Pepperoni Pizza Roll Breadsticks (Print Version)

Cheesy, savory breadsticks rolled with pepperoni and mozzarella for a fun pizza-inspired twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 lb refrigerated pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
02 - All-purpose flour for dusting work surface

→ Filling

03 - 20 slices pepperoni
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Topping

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional

→ For Serving

10 - 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Lightly dust work surface with flour. Roll out pizza dough into a 10x14 inch rectangle.
03 - Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Layer pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.
04 - Starting from the long edge, roll the dough up tightly into a log. Pinch the seam firmly to seal.
05 - Using a sharp knife, cut the log into 8 equal pieces.
06 - Place each piece cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
07 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush generously over the tops and sides of each roll.
08 - Bake for 16 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
09 - Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under 40 minutes with barely any prep
  • The rolled shape keeps all that cheesy pepperoni goodness locked inside
02 -
  • Let the dough sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before rolling or it will fight you the entire time
  • Cutting the log with dental floss instead of a knife keeps the filling from squishing out
03 -
  • A light egg wash over the butter mixture takes the golden crust to another level entirely
  • Tucking a tiny piece of cream cheese in the center of each roll before closing adds an unbelievable creaminess

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