Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls – Crispy, cheesy, and packed with protein. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy texture. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup for Cozy Weeknight Dinner and Crispy Za’atar Smashed Potatoes with Creamy Tahini Yogurt.

What You'll Need for Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb pizza dough
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 1/4 cup pizza sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Olive oil for brushing
• Optional: Fresh basil leaves for garnish

How to Make Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

1. Prepare the dough: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
2. Add the toppings: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices evenly over the sauce.
3. Roll up the pizza: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
4. Bake the pizza rolls: Place the pizza rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve: Let the pizza rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy!

Storing & Reheating Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare pizza rolls up to the baking step ahead of time. Freeze or refrigerate until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

Freeze uncooked pizza rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat leftover pizza rolls in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat leftover pizza rolls in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or until heated through. This may make them soggy.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the pizza sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute pepperoni with your favorite protein like ham, sausage, or chicken.
• Make-ahead: Prepare pizza rolls up to the baking step ahead of time. Freeze or refrigerate until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your pizza rolls are burning on the bottom, try using a lower oven rack or adding a few minutes to the baking time.

Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

30 mins

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Serves

12 pizza rolls

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Diet

High Protein

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb pizza dough
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 1/4 cup pizza sauce

Seasonings

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

• Olive oil for brushing
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
2. Add the toppings: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices evenly over the sauce.
3. Roll up the pizza: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into 12 equal-sized rolls.
4. Bake the pizza rolls: Place the pizza rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve: Let the pizza rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy!

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the pizza sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute pepperoni with your favorite protein like ham, sausage, or chicken.
• Make-ahead: Prepare pizza rolls up to the baking step ahead of time. Freeze or refrigerate until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
• Troubleshooting: If your pizza rolls are burning on the bottom, try using a lower oven rack or adding a few minutes to the baking time.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze uncooked pizza rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
• Oven reheat: Reheat leftover pizza rolls in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat leftover pizza rolls in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or until heated through. This may make them soggy.
• Make ahead: Prepare pizza rolls up to the baking step ahead of time. Freeze or refrigerate until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 3g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!