Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls (Print)
Flaky croissant rolls stuffed with melty cheese, pepperoni, and Italian herbs. Perfect with pizza dipping sauce.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 pieces)
→ Filling
02 - 24 slices pepperoni
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Topping
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
→ Serving
08 - Pizza sauce for dipping
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
03 - Arrange 3 slices of pepperoni and a generous portion of shredded mozzarella onto the wide end of each triangle.
04 - Roll each triangle tightly towards the pointed end, tucking in any cheese or pepperoni as needed to prevent spillage.
05 - Place assembled rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Brush mixture over each roll, then sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until rolls are golden brown and cheese is melted.
08 - Remove from oven and serve warm with pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
# Chef Secrets:
01 -
- Ready in under 30 minutes from start to finish
- Requires only grocery store staples
- Kid friendly and fun to make together
- Perfect finger food for parties or after-school snacks
02 -
- Melts beautifully for cheese pulls that wow
- Freezes well after baking for make-ahead snacks
- Crowd-pleaser for all ages even picky eaters
03 -
- Brush the rolls generously with the butter mixture for maximum flavor all around
- Do not overstuff with cheese or the filling will ooze out during baking
- Let the rolls sit five minutes after baking for easier cheese pulls and crispier pastry