Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Roll Ups with Melted Mozzarella (Print version)
Golden pizza dough wrapped around pepperoni, mozzarella, and sauce, baked into gooey roll ups for snacks, parties, or easy family dinners.
# Ingredients:
For the roll ups
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1 lb (450 g) refrigerated pizza dough
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/3 cup (80 ml) pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
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1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded low-moisture mozzarella
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36-42 slices pepperoni
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1/4 cup (25 g) grated parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For serving
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1 cup (240 ml) warm marinara or pizza sauce
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2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Lightly flour the counter and roll the pizza dough into a 10-by-14-inch rectangle. Brush the surface with olive oil.
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Spread pizza sauce in a thin layer, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle with mozzarella, pepperoni, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
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Roll the dough from the long side into a snug log and place it seam-side down. Chill for 10 minutes to make slicing easier.
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Cut the log into 12 even slices. Arrange them cut-side up on the prepared pan with a little space between each one.
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Bake for 16-18 minutes, until the dough is browned and the mozzarella is melted and bubbling. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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Sprinkle with parsley if using and serve with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.
# Good to know:
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Use a light hand with sauce inside the roll ups to prevent soggy centers.
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Resting after baking helps the melted mozzarella stay inside each piece.
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Best served warm, shortly after baking.