Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Roll (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 recipe homemade pizza dough
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2 teaspoons olive oil
→ Filling
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2/3 cup pizza sauce (homemade or store-bought)
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Italian seasoning or ground basil, to taste
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Garlic powder, to taste
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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60-65 pepperoni slices
→ Optional Toppings
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1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
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Extra mozzarella cheese
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Fresh basil
# Instructions:
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After preparing pizza dough, punch down to release air bubbles. Divide in half and roll each piece into a 10x12 inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
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Brush each rectangle with 1 teaspoon olive oil and create dents with fingers to prevent bubbling. Spread 1/3 cup pizza sauce on each, sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Top with 1/2 cup mozzarella and pepperoni slices.
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Carefully roll each rectangle into a tight log, place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Refrigerate uncovered for at least 20 minutes to prevent falling apart when slicing.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Slice each log into 12 1-inch pieces. Optional: dip bottoms in cornmeal. Place on lined baking sheets, add extra cheese if desired. Bake 15-20 minutes until lightly browned.
# Notes:
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Can be made ahead: prepare through rolling stage and refrigerate up to 1 day
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Freezes well for up to 3 months
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Can be baked in muffin pans or 9x13-inch baking pans
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Recipe can be halved to make 12 rolls