Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Roll Ups

Ingredients:

• 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 20–25 slices pepperoni

• ¼ cup pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)

• 1 tablespoon melted butter

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare Dough:
   Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (about 10×12 inches).

3. Add Fillings:
   Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
   Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
   Layer pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese.

4. Roll Up:
   Starting from one of the longer sides, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.

5. Slice:
   Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1-inch thick pieces. Place the pieces cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

6. Brush with Butter & Season:
   Brush the tops of the roll-ups with melted butter and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

7. Bake:
   Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is bubbly.

8. Serve:
   Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Tips:

• Add sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra veggies.

• Swap mozzarella for a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for sharper flavor.

• For a crispier crust, bake on a preheated pizza stone or baking steel.