Description
Delicious homemade cheesy pepperoni rolls made with pizza dough, layered with fontina and sharp provolone cheeses, seasoned with oregano and garlic powder, and stuffed with spicy pepperoni. Perfect as a snack, quick meal, or appetizer, baked until golden and crispy with a savory parmesan and Italian seasoning topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Dough Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 3 ½ cups “00” flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast
Filling
- 6 oz package of pepperoni
- 8 oz fontina cheese (sliced)
- ½ lb sharp provolone cheese (sliced from the deli counter if available)
- 1 teaspoon oregano (divided; plus more for topping)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (divided; plus more for topping)
Topping
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
Additional
- Marinara dipping sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Rest the dough: If using store-bought pizza dough, allow it to rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. If making homemade dough, follow your recipe instructions and proceed once ready.
- Preheat oven: Set the oven to 425°F to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Divide and roll dough: Cut the pizza dough into 8 equal balls, about 2 oz each. Roll each ball into a 6”x6” square on a clean surface.
- Layer the filling: On each square, place about 1 oz of fontina cheese and a few slices of provolone cheese down the center, leaving a half-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle 1/8 teaspoon oregano and 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder over the cheese. Add 8-10 slices of pepperoni on top.
- Roll and seal: Starting from one side, carefully roll the dough around the filling, tucking in the sides as needed to encase the cheese and pepperoni. Pinch the seam closed to secure and place the roll seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Apply egg wash and toppings: Whisk together the egg and water in a small bowl. Brush this egg wash generously over the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Bake: Place the rolls in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and crispy. Expect some cheese to ooze out, adding to the flavor.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm with marinara dipping sauce for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
- Pepperoni rolls are great for satisfying cheesy, savory cravings as a quick meal or snack.
- Use either homemade or store-bought pizza dough based on your preference and time availability.
- Slicing the cheeses from the deli counter can improve flavor and texture.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of pepperoni and seasonings to suit your taste.
- The marinara sauce serves as a delicious dipping option but can be omitted if desired.
- Brush egg wash thoroughly for a shiny, golden crust.
- Watch rolls closely near the end of baking to avoid overcooking and maintain a crispy crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
