Make pizza roll-ups in just 15 minutes. These quick, cheesy bites are perfect for snacks, lunch, or an easy dinner the whole family will love.
When the day gets busy, this is one of those recipes I come back to again and again.
They're simple, fast, and always a hit with kids and adults.
I've made these for everything from quick weeknight dinners to game day snacks, and they disappear every time.
They may not look perfectly shaped, but once they come out golden brown with melty cheese, nobody cares.
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Ingredients
See the recipe card below for measurements and instructions.
- Pizza Crust or Pizza Dough
- Pizza Sauce
- Pepperoni
- Mozarella Cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- Butter
- Garlic Powder
- Italian Seasoning
- Parmesan Cheese
If you have time, homemade pizza dough and pizza sauce add great flavor.
But for busy nights, store-bought ingredients work perfectly and keep this recipe quick.
Homemade Pizza Roll Ups in 15 minutes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Pizza Crust
- 1 cup Pizza Sauce
- 2 cups Cheese shredded
- ½ cup Pepperoni cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet if needed.
- Lay the dough out on a counter, and roll the dough out using a rolling pin. Then use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into squares by slicing lengthwise and then vertically. You should get about 15 squares.
- Add a small spoonful of sauce to the center of each square and sprinkle shredded cheese over the sauce.
- Roll the dough locking the ingredinets inside. You can seal the edges, or leave open. (I leave them open becuase I like the baked crispy cheese that happens while baking them)
- In a small bowl, melt the butter, then stir in Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and grated parmesan cheese. Brush the butter mixture over the tops of the pizza roll ups.
- Place the rolls on the baking sheet and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, then serve and enjoy.
Nutrition
Why This Recipe Works
One of the best things about these pepperoni pizza roll-ups is their flexibility.
You can easily switch up the cheese. Mozzarella cheese is the classic choice, but using cheddar adds a richer flavor that's just as good.
Another little trick-don't worry about sealing the edges. As they bake, the cheese melts and spreads onto the baking sheet, creating those crispy, golden edges. Those crunchy bits are usually the first thing everyone grabs.
How to Store Leftovers
If you end up with leftovers (which does not always happen 😄), these pizza roll-ups store well and reheat easily.
In the Fridge
Let the pizza roll-ups cool to room temperature.
Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
In the Freezer
Let the pizza roll-ups cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container.
Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
For best results, thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Reheating Tips
Microwave
Place pizza roll-ups on a microwave-safe plate and heat in 20 to 30-second intervals until warmed through.
Oven
Place pizza roll-ups on a baking sheet and heat at 325°F until warm, and the edges are crisp again.
From Frozen
For the best texture, thaw overnight in the fridge first.
If reheating straight from frozen, bake at 325°F until heated through.
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Michelle
What a great idea! I saw this post on Mix It Up Monday! These would be so much fun to get the kids involved with cooking too! My kiddos always ask to help with the cooking! We will totally be making these!
Michelle
Katie
I am so glad you love them! Thanks for stopping by and sharing!
Charlotte
Do you find these to be less expensive than the frozen pizza snack bites youcan buy? I hate to spend the money on those.
Katie
Hi Charlotte! This post comes from my contributor Mistie, and this is her answer to your question.
Totino's pizza rolls are around $4 for 40 rolls may be cheaper. Although, one of these rolls comes out about 2-3 times the size of a store pizza roll. Additionally, I prefer to make things from scratch so I know more about what goes into the meal from the ingredients. It does work out a bit cheaper for me as I make my own spaghetti sauce from my garden and use my herbs for the seasoning. So I paid for cheese and crescent rolls basically. Wow... Sorry, that was long. 🙂 Hope it helps!
Heather
These were always my FAVORITE growing up! Glad to know they're so easy to make 🙂 Thanks for linking up at 'let's be friends'!
Katie
Thanks for stopping by Heather! I am so glad that you like the recipe.
Jaime
My daughter off and on loves pizza! Maybe if I present it in different ways she'll like it more often. 🙂 Toddlers. Definitely trying these soon!
Katie
Thank you for sharing Jaime! If your daughter tries these I am sure she will love them!
Christine
Love pizza rolls and easy and quick meals on those days I really don't feel like cooking. Thanks so much for sharing this at the DI & DI Link party!
Katie
I am so glad that you like the Pizza Rolls Recipe! I also love how quick and easy they are. Thanks for stopping by.
Danita Carr
I love this idea! They look absolutely delicious and are better for you than the store bought ones! Thanks for sharing!
Katie
Thank you Danita! I am so glad that you like it. Thanks for stopping by.