Description
Mouthwatering cheesy pepperoni rolls bring West Virginia’s classic comfort to your kitchen. Bold flavors and simple ingredients combine in a quick snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 frozen pizza dough log (thawed)
- Beef pepperoni slices (as needed)
- 1.5 cups (340 grams) mozzarella cheese, grated
- 0.5 cups (50 grams) parmesan cheese, grated
Brushing and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter, melted
Serving:
- 0.25 cups (60 milliliters) tomato sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Gently remove the frozen pizza dough from packaging and place on a lightly floured surface. Cover loosely with plastic wrap that has been lightly sprayed with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Allow the dough to thaw and rise at room temperature for approximately 2-3 hours until it becomes soft and slightly puffy.
- Using a rolling pin, carefully stretch the dough into a rectangular shape approximately 11×11 inches, ensuring an even thickness throughout.
- Delicately brush the entire surface of the dough with olive oil, creating a thin, even layer that will enhance flavor and prevent ingredient slippage.
- Arrange beef pepperoni slices across the dough, leaving a half-inch border around the edges to facilitate secure rolling.
- Generously distribute shredded mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Sprinkle a layer of Parmesan cheese to add depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
- Dust the cheese with Italian seasoning and a subtle sprinkle of garlic salt for an extra flavor dimension.
- Carefully roll the dough from one edge, creating a tight, compact log. Pinch the seams and ends to create a secure seal that prevents ingredients from escaping during baking.
- Position the rolled dough seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing sufficient space between rolls if preparing multiple.
- Melt butter and gently brush the exterior of the roll, which will help create a golden, glossy finish during baking.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the roll for 18-22 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color and listening for a hollow sound when tapped.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing into rounds. Serve alongside warm tomato sauce for dipping, enhancing the overall culinary experience.
Notes
- Customize the dough by using whole wheat or gluten-free pizza dough for a healthier alternative.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like cheddar, provolone, or a spicy pepper jack for unique flavor profiles.
- For a vegetarian version, swap pepperoni with roasted vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
- Keep the rolls sealed tightly during rolling to prevent cheese and fillings from leaking out during baking.
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg