Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls
Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls are a quick and flavorful snack combining melty mozzarella cheese, spicy pepperoni, and buttery, flaky crescent roll dough. Perfect as a party appetizer or kid-friendly treat, they bake up golden in under 30 minutes and bring a delicious pizza-inspired taste in every bite.
- Author: Barbara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Base Ingredients
- 1 package store-bought crescent roll dough (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup shredded or sliced fresh mozzarella cheese
- 12–15 pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Optional
- Marinara sauce for dipping
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the crescent roll package. Lay out the dough triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Have your mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices ready for assembly.
- Roll Out the Dough: Carefully unroll the crescent dough and separate it into individual triangles placed on the baking sheet with some space between each.
- Add the Cheese and Pepperoni: Place a slice or sprinkle a portion of shredded mozzarella on the wider end of each dough triangle. Top with several pepperoni slices and sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Roll and Shape: Starting from the wide end, gently roll each triangle towards the pointed end, enclosing the filling and forming a crescent shape.
- Brush and Bake: Lightly brush each roll with olive oil or melted butter to achieve a golden, shiny finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed up and golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Allow the croissant rolls to cool for a few minutes out of the oven so the cheese sets slightly and doesn’t ooze out immediately before serving.
Notes
- Do not overfill the rolls to prevent bursting during baking.
- Use cold dough for easier handling and less sticking.
- Space rolls evenly on the baking sheet to ensure uniform cooking.
- For a glossier finish, brush tops with an egg wash made from one egg mixed with a tablespoon of water.
- Let the rolls cool slightly before eating to avoid burning your mouth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Croissant Rolls, Appetizer, Party Snack, Cheesy Snack, Quick Recipe