Try these easy and quick homemade pepperoni pizza rolls are perfect to serve as appetizers. It is also something kids will love!
- 14 oz refrigerated pizza dough
- 8 to 10 slices pepperoni, plus more if desired
- 5 slices deli ham (roughly cut into squares)
- 1/3 cup cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce, plus more as needed
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more if desired
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dipping sauce of your choice (marinara, ranch, garlic butter, etc)
- Chopped parsley
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
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Roll out dough into a rectangle approximately 14 by 10 inches, about 1/4 inch thick.
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Spoon the pizza or marinara sauce over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of the edges intact. Top with pepperoni slices, ham slices, and mozzarella to form a uniform and thin layer. Don't overstuff it or else it will be hard to roll.
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Roll it up tightly starting from the longest side. Pinch the dough to seal the long ends. Cut into 12 pieces. Arrange on the prepared sheet pans, about 3-4 inches apart (the pizza rolls will expand in the oven).
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Combine all the Garlic Butter ingredients in a bowl. Brush the tops and edges of the pepperoni rolls with the garlic butter.
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Bake for about 13-15 minutes in the middle rack of the oven until golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Special equipment: rolling pin, sheet pans, parchment paper, pastry brush.
- When adding the toppings, don't overdo it. It will make it easier to roll.
- Storing: store any leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator.