These stuffed pepperoni pizza rolls are a must and just so easy to make at home! These pizza pinwheels are so tasty and perfect for tailgating or a game day appetizer.
Okay, let’s talk about tailgating. Isn’t it the best? Pat and I pretty much fell in love while tailgating at the Mizzou/Oklahoma football game in the Fall of 2010. Best win ever, best date ever!
The only thing that could have made that day better would be these Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Rolls!
The great thing about these pizza pinwheels is that they’re so EASY!!!
Be sure to try my Mexican Pinwheels and Ham and Cheese Roll Ups too!
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Why you will love this recipe!
- Quick and easy: These appetizers are so simple and effortless to make before they get baked to perfection in the oven.
- Simple ingredients: You only need 4 main ingredients to make these goodies. Easy peasy!
- Make ahead: They taste great straight out of the oven and also great cold, straight out of the fridge. Just like cold pizza…one of my other loves!
How to make pepperoni pizza rolls
Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!
- Spread out the pastry onto foil or parchment.
- Spread marinara evenly on the pastry.
- Place on the cheese and pepperoni.
- Roll up and chill.
- Cut the roll into slices.
- Bake.
How long do they keep?
These pepperoni pinwheels are delicious served right out of the oven, but they are super yummy cold too. Once baked and cooled, store them in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days. I find storing them in the fridge can make them a little chewy. You can reheat them in the oven at 350F to warm through if you prefer.
How do you serve them?
These pepperoni pizza rolls are great as they are, or sprinkle them with a little parmesan and fresh basil…delicious! They are perfect to dip in marinara or a garlic and herb dip. There’s no wrong way to enjoy these!
Recipe Variations
These are also awesome because you can stuff them with any and all of your favorite pizza toppings! The sky is the limit! Different cheeses, add herbs, crispy bacon or even pineapple, if that’s your thing!
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Leave a gap at the edge of the pastry when you add the marinara to allow for spread.
- Don’t be tempted to go overboard with the fillings, as the pastry can rip.
- Allow time to thaw your puff pastry to room temperature before using.
These stuffed pepperoni pizza rolls are always a real crowd pleaser! Whether you are tailgating or enjoying game day at home, these are a real winner!
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Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 roll puff pastry dough thawed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup mini pepperonis or regular size
- grated parmesan cheese and chopped basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Roll out dough on a piece of foil.
- Pinch together any seams of the dough that are coming apart. You want one sheet of dough. (This is a drawback to using puff pastry dough. I tried this recipe with pizza dough and it did not work nearly as well, the rolls grew apart. I recommend using the puff pastry dough and just pinching together any seams that are open)
- Spread marinara sauce over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch on each side.
- Cover marinara with cheese and pepperonis. Donâ??t feel like you need to over-do the toppings. Less is more once you roll the dough.
- Roll the dough length-wise (the long edge), creating one long roll. Fold the foil around the tube of dough and place in freezer for 20-40 minutes. This is optional but will help the roll keep its shape as you cut it later.
- Take the dough out of the freezer and cut into 3/4 inch rolls. I used a bread knife and that worked well.
- Place cut rolls onto a cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick spray.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
- Enjoy!
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- Leave a gap at the edge of the pastry when you add the marinara to allow for spread.
- Don’t be tempted to go overboard with the fillings, as the pastry can rip.
- Allow time to thaw your puff pastry to room temperature before using.
Nutrition Information
Do they need additional marinara for serving? I noticed it in the pic but not in the recipe. Thanks!
I did use a bit more for dipping. Not required but it’s tasty that way! Thanks for pointing that out. Hope you love the recipe.
It’s been a long time since I ate pizza rolls.. these definitely take me back to my childhood! So craving one to devour right now – with a lot of sauce too.
Tons of sauce is totally necessary!! You get me :)
These look delicious!! I wish I can eat them right now!
Ha thank you Ami!!
These are absolutely perfect for football season. Oh my, all the cheese!
There’s never too much cheese!!! Haha thanks Jennie!
I’ve decided that I need to hop in a car and drive to you so that you can make me all the delicious things! Love these cute little bites!
Um, PLEASE DO!!!! Thank you Justine!
These look awesome!! I wouldn’t worry about that kid, I’m sure he had the time of his life and it makes for a great story!!
Hahaha yes he has a great story for sure. Thanks for letting me off the hook easy Malinda LOL!
How fun! These look so perfect for game day!
Thanks for stopping by Des!
How fun! I am loving these! Perfect for game day :)
Thanks so much Des!!!
These look wonderful and I can’t believe you got some poor kid arrested. But you know, it’s probably the biggest story of his college life.
Hahahahaa. I know. He definitely has a great story on his hands!!! Thanks so much for stopping by Michelle!!
Ok, ya’ll are the cutest! Totally love that pic of you guys! And these pizza rolls… girl.. they are speaking to my tummy!
Thanks Krista!!!