Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels – Easy Snack in 20 Minutes
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Easy Homemade Pizza Pinwheel Recipe
Pizza pinwheels are the easiest way to turn classic pizza flavors into a handheld party snack. With store-bought dough, pepperoni, and mozzarella, these bite-sized rolls bake up golden and irresistible. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or a quick after-school treat, they’re ready in under 30 minutes and guaranteed to disappear fast. They sorta look like a pizza log or cinnamon roll when rolled up. Slice them and they are all delicious, regardless of what you call them.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Customizable: Swap in your favorite toppings for endless flavor options.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes with store-bought dough.
- Crowd-Pleasing: Perfect for parties, game day, or family gatherings.
- Kid-Friendly: Bite-sized rolls that picky eaters love.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Store-bought pizza dough (tube or refrigerated crust)
- Pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
- Pepperoni slices (or your favorite toppings)
- Mozzarella (sliced or shredded)
- Cornmeal (optional, for crunch)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Serve: Enjoy warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
- Prep the Dough: Roll out the store-bought pizza dough on a lightly floured surface.
- Add Sauce & Toppings: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce. Add pepperoni and mozzarella.
- Roll & Slice: Roll the dough into a log, just like cinnamon rolls. Slice into spirals.
- Bake: Place on a sheet pan (sprinkle cornmeal if desired). Bake at 400°F until golden and bubbly, about 20–25 minutes.
Tips for Successful Pizza Rolls
- Use a thin coat of sauce so the rolls stay intact.
- Shredded mozzarella works, but sliced cheese makes rolling easier.
- Keep toppings light so they don’t spill out when rolling.
- Cornmeal adds crunch and prevents sticking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use shredded cheese? Yes, shredded mozzarella works fine, but sliced cheese makes rolling smoother.
Can I customize toppings? Absolutely. Try sausage, veggies, or even BBQ chicken for variety.
How do I keep the pizza logs from unrolling? Seal the edge of the dough with a little water or pinch it closed before slicing.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
- Pair with a salad for a quick family dinner.
- Make a double batch for game day appetizers — they’ll go fast!
Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels
Cheesy pizza roll ups made with store‑bought dough and baked until golden. These bite‑sized rolls are quick to make, perfect for parties or game day, and great for dipping in extra pizza sauce.
Equipment
- Non-stick spray
Ingredients
- 1 pizza crust we recommend using the kind from the tube
- 3 -4 tablespoons of pizza sauce and the rest of the jar/can for dipping
- pepperoni
- mozzarella slices
- 1 cup cornmeal
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400℉.
- Spray your parchment paper with non-stick spray.
- Roll out your pizza dough and stretch it out to fit in the pan (we did this, but not so it was thin).
- Add 3-4 tablespoons of pizza sauce over the pizza dough and spread it out with the back of the spoon.
- Put down a layer of the mozzarella sliced cheese side by side and then add pepperoni on top.
- Slowly roll one of the long ends of the pizza dough (like you do for cinnamon rolls). We want lots of rolls, not small fat ones. 🙂
- Take your pizza cutter or a sharp knife and cut it in the middle. Half each side and half again.
- Cut the remaining pieces into small 1 1/2 inch pieces.
- Place the bottom into the cornmeal and then place onto the parchment paper. Repeat until they are all cut up.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until evenly brown.
- Serve with remaining pizza sauce for dipping and your other favorite dips
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Notes
- You can use shredded mozzarella if you wanted, but it may be harder to roll.
- You only need a thin coat of pizza sauce on the dough, not like you would make pizza. Otherwise, it will spill out of your rolls. A little goes a long way here.
- Experiment with other toppings, but be careful they stay put while rolling the log up.
- We used the baking area as our prep area, but if you like to do dishes, use another surface to make the pizza rolls.
- Cornmeal is optional, but adds a great crunch!
