homemade pizza roll-ups

Ingredients (for about 12-15 roll-ups)

Dough:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ cup milk (whole or 2% works best)

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or any neutral oil)

Or you can use store-bought pizza dough or crescent roll dough to save time.

Filling:

• ½ cup pizza sauce (homemade or store-bought)

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup mini pepperoni slices (or chopped regular pepperoni)

• Optional extras: sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, cooked sausage, olives, onions, or fresh basil

For brushing:

• 1 tbsp butter, melted

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ¼ tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough:

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. Gradually stir in milk and olive oil until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead lightly on a floured surface for 2–3 minutes until smooth.

4. Roll the dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.

2. Add the filling:

1. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border on all sides.

2. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.

3. Add pepperoni slices and any additional toppings you like.

3. Roll and slice:

1. Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log.

2. Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1–1.5 inch pieces.

3. Place the roll-ups cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. Add the garlic butter:

1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, and oregano.

2. Brush the tops of the roll-ups with the mixture for extra flavor.

5. Bake:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

3. Remove from the oven and let cool for 3–5 minutes before serving.

6. Serve:

• Serve warm with extra pizza sauce or marinara for dipping.

Tips:

• For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated pizza stone if you have one.

• You can freeze unbaked roll-ups: slice them, freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

• Experiment with different cheeses: cheddar, provolone, or a blend works beautifully.