Description
Mouthwatering Pepperoni Rolls bring Italian comfort straight to your kitchen, capturing the essence of homestyle baking. Melted cheese, zesty pepperoni, and fragrant herbs combine to create a delicious snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Meat:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 24 slices pepperoni
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dough Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Activate yeast by mixing with tepid water and sugar, allowing it to bloom and become frothy for approximately 5 minutes.
- Create dough foundation by combining flour and salt in a spacious mixing vessel, then integrate yeast liquid and olive oil until a cohesive mixture forms.
- Transfer dough to a flour-dusted surface and methodically knead for 6-8 minutes, developing smooth, elastic texture. Relocate to a greased container, cover, and permit rising in a draft-free environment until volume doubles, roughly 60 minutes.
- Calibrate oven to 375°F and prepare parchment-lined baking sheet for subsequent assembly.
- Deflate risen dough and partition into 12 uniform segments. Gently roll each portion into circular shapes.
- Position pepperoni slices and mozzarella cheese centrally on each dough circle. Carefully fold perimeter inward, sealing filling within by pinching edges together to create compact spherical rolls.
- Arrange rolls with sealed side downward on prepared sheet. Apply egg wash and sprinkle Parmesan and Italian seasoning for enhanced flavor profile.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until exterior achieves golden-brown coloration and internal temperature indicates complete cooking.
- Serve immediately alongside marinara sauce for complementary dipping experience.
Notes
- Select instant yeast for quicker rising and more consistent results in your pepperoni rolls.
- Handle the dough gently to maintain its soft, airy texture and prevent tough rolls.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like provolone or cheddar for unique flavor profiles.
- Prevent filling leakage by sealing edges thoroughly and avoiding overstuffing the rolls.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg