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Easy Pizza Roll-Ups with Mozzarella

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Quick and easy pizza roll-ups featuring stretchy mozzarella and tangy tomato sauce, perfect for snacks or freezer-friendly meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
  • 8 ounces (225 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) marinara or pizza sauce
  • 20–30 pepperoni slices (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil, for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon (1 g) garlic powder (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • About 2 tablespoons (15 g) flour, for dusting surface

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the rack in the middle.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough to a 12×10 inch (30×25 cm) rectangle about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
  3. Spread ½ cup (120 ml) of marinara or pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½ inch (1.25 cm) border.
  4. Sprinkle 8 ounces (225 g) of shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce, then layer with pepperoni slices or chosen toppings.
  5. Lightly sprinkle Italian seasoning and a pinch of garlic powder over the toppings.
  6. Roll the dough tightly from the long edge closest to you into a log shape.
  7. Slice the log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pieces, yielding about 12-14 roll-ups.
  8. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it, then place roll-ups cut side down, spaced about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  9. Brush the tops with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling, checking at 12 minutes to avoid burning.
  11. Let the roll-ups cool on a rack for 5 minutes before serving.
  12. To freeze, place unbaked roll-ups on a parchment-lined tray, freeze until firm (about 2 hours), then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes to baking time.

Notes

Do not overload filling to avoid soggy roll-ups. Use room temperature dough for easier rolling. Brush olive oil before baking for a crispy crust. If dough shrinks back, let it rest 10 minutes under a damp towel. Slice about 1 inch thick for best texture. Gluten-free dough may require adjusted baking time. Air fryer option: 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway.

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