Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Appetizers
These cheesy homemade pepperoni pizza roll-ups are the perfect easy appetizer for game day, pizza night, or a fun family snack! Serve with warm marinara sauce for the ultimate comfort food bite.
Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls.
If you’re looking for a, easy recipe that's fun to make, loved by kids and adults alike, budget-friendly, and most importantly delicious, these Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels are exactly what you're looking for.
Made with simple ingredients, packed with melty mozzarella cheese, and baked to irresistible golden brown perfection, they’re one of those family favorites you’ll reach for again and again.
And the best part? You can use store-bought dough to keep things simple or opt for homemade pizza dough if you’re feeling extra creative.
Why You’ll Love These Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels
Super quick and easy - Prep is under 15 minutes.
Kid-friendly and perfect for parties - Finger food that disappears fast.
Customizable - Swap pepperoni for veggies, ham, sausage, or even a white sauce version.
Make-ahead option - Assemble and refrigerate, then slice and bake later.
Whether you're planning a casual dinner, prepping a school snack, or putting together an easy appetizer for game day, this is a great recipe to keep in your back pocket.
Ingredients
1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
2 cups marinara sauce, divided
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
32 pepperoni slices
2 tsp parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. On a large cutting board, roll out the pizza dough until it’s 1/4-1/3 inch thick.
4. Spread 3/4-1 cup marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border along one long edge of the dough.
5. Sprinkle on the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
6. Add the mozzarella and parmesan evenly over the sauce.
7. Top with pepperoni slices.
8. Carefully roll the dough up tightly, holding down the pepperoni as you go.
9. Cut the roll in half, then cut each half in half again to make 4 sections.
10. Slice each section into 3 rolls, for a total of 12 pinwheels.
11. Place the pinwheels on a large baking sheet.
12. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
13. Let cool slightly and sprinkle with parsley.
14. Serve with the remaining marinara sauce.
If you loved these pizza roll-ups, you should also try my French Dip Sliders and Easy Pepperoni Pizza Dip, both are perfect for parties, game day, or a quick family-favorite dinner.
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