Homemade Pizza Rolls (Delicious, Fluffy)

caitlinbrae — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 23:00:15 +0000

Learn how to make the best homemade pizza rolls! This recipe uses a basic dough recipe and a few traditional pizza toppings. If you love pizza and are looking to switch u your pizza nights, definitely give these homemade pepperoni rolls a try.

Homemade pizza rolls

If you’re looking to switch up your pizza nights, look no further. These homemade pizza rolls are family friendly, and a tasty twist on traditional pizza. Plus, they are fun to make!

Also, if you’re looking for a lightened up pizza recipe, definitely give these pizza stuffed peppers a try. They make an easy weeknight meal and you get all the pizza flavors (but in a pepper)!

Why you’ll love homemade pepperoni rolls

These crowd-pleasing pepperoni rolls are packed with mozzarella, a pinch of parmesan, salty pepperoni, and the perfect amount of pizza sauce. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this recipe.

They are a fun twist on traditional pizza.

Homemade pizza rolls are fun to make with your friends and family.

They are loaded with all your favorite pizza toppings.

This recipe make 6 large pizza rolls. Or you can double the recipe!

They are so versatile – feel free to add your favorite toppings.

This recipe uses an easy homemade pizza dough.

Ingredients in homemade pizza rolls

The key to the best pizza rolls is fluffy dough, lots of seasonings, and fresh pizza toppings. And this recipe is just that! Here are the topping ingredients you’ll need.

Mozzarella cheese, of course! Feel free to use freshly shredded mozzarella cheese or a pizza blend cheese.

Just a pinch of parmesan cheese to pair with the mozzarella (optional but recommended!)

Use your favorite marinara or pizza sauce. We will be adding a layer into the rolls and you can also use extra for dipping!

Feel free to use your favorite pepperoni or turkey pepperoni. Any kind works!

Homemade pizza dough ingredients are down below. You can also use store bought. *Please see my notes down below!

Homemade pizza dough

Making homemade dough is known to be quite intimidating. However, this recipe only requires a few simple steps and easy ingredients. All you need is warm water, yeast, sugar, and flour (plus added seasonings of you choice). Here are the ingredients in this homemade pizza dough:

Warm water
Yeast
Sugar
Seasonings: salt, garlic powder, oregano
Oil
Flour

*While homemade pizza dough does make this process a little bit longer, I highly recommend it. There is something about fresh, fluffy, homemade dough. Mmmm! However, you can use store bought pizza dough. Store bought dough will likely be a bigger batch of dough so I recommend doubling the toppings or cutting the dough in half.

How to make homemade pizza rolls

With a few simple steps, an hour of waiting time, and 25 minutes of baking time, you can have these hot pizza rolls. Just follow the steps outlined below.

STEP 1

The first step is to prepare the pizza dough. In the bowl of your stand up mixer, add the warm water, yeast and sugar. Lightly whisk together with a fork. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes while you gather your other dough ingredients.

STEP 2

Now add in 1 1/2 cups of flour, the oil and the seasonings. Mix on low speed for 3-4 minutes. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour and continue to mix until the dough for another 3 minutes (or until the flour is combined and starts to form into a ball).

STEP 3

Form the dough into a ball with your hands and add it to a well oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit in a warm spot for about an hour. The dough will double in size.

STEP 4

After an hour, roll out the dough onto a floured surface. The dough should be rolled into a medium/large rectangle. Add a layer of pizza sauce, then layer the pepperoni, then add the cheeses.

STEP 5

Slowly roll the dough into a log, pressing in the sides as you roll it up. Cut it into 6 rolls. Place the rolls down flat in a greased 8×8 inch pan.

STEP 6

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. And let the rolls sit for 15 minutes while your oven preheats.

STEP 7

Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes. Enjoy!

How to cut the dough

Cutting the rolled pizza dough can be a little tricky. If you don’t have a sharp enough knife you can ‘deflate’ the rolls and alter their shape (they will still taste delicious but they will have an odd shape).

Sharp pizza cutter. Use your pizza cutter to cut the roll into 6 pieces.

Serrated knife. Simply use a serrated knife and carefully slice the rolls.

Frequently asked questions?

Can I switch up the ingredients?

Yes definitely! Feel free to use any of your pizza toppings in these homemade pizza rolls. Just be careful to not over stuff as it will make it hard to roll up the dough.

Can you serve these as left overs?

Yes! These hot pizza rolls can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. To reheat the rolls, simply microwave a serving in the microwave until heated to your liking.

Other dinner recipes you’ll love

If you’re on the lookout for other tasty dinner ideas, definitely give some of my other recipes a try.

Pizza Stuffed Peppers

Salmon and Coconut Rice

Easy Lasagna Skillet

One Pot Mac and Cheese

Did you make this recipe?

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Also, what’s so fun about these homemade pizza rolls is that they follow a very similar process to homemade cinnamon rolls. So while you’re at it, give these fluffy homemade cinnamon rolls a try. Save them for breakfast the next morning (or enjoy them for dessert)!