"Transform fluffy & tender pizza dough into stunning pizza roses, filled with cheese, earthy tomato sauce, and spicy pepperoni."
Pizza Roses
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These pizza roses are made simple using store-bought pizza dough, mozzarella and parmesan cheese, sliced pepperoni, and an Italian herb blend. The entire appetizer can be made in less than 30 minutes, making it a perfect dish for game day, or any entertaining you choose!
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FAQs
What kind of pizza dough do you recommend?
You can use store-bought, uncooked pizza dough or a simple homemade dough recipe! If you use homemade dough, give the dough ample time to rest & rise before baking.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Definitely! A low-moisture cheese is ideal for baking. Examples include cheddar and taleggio in addition to the types mentioned in the list of ingredients.
Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
Sure thing! Skip the pepperoni.
Cook time: 20mins
Serves or Makes: 6-8 as an appetizer
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ingredients
- 1 sheet rolled flat store-bought pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 package pepperoni slices
- 1 beaten egg
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400F.
Step 2
Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the pizza dough into 1 1/2 inch strips. Evenly spread the pizza sauce and cheese among the strips. Place the pepperoni along the strips, then carefully roll them up like a rose.
Step 3
Place the rolled up roses on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush the beaten egg on the dough, then bake for about 20 minutes or until the dough is cooked and golden brown.
Step 4
In a small microwave safe bowl, add in the butter. Microwave for 30 seconds, then add in the dried parsley, dried basil, and garlic powder. Stir to mix then brush the butter mixture on the baked pizza roses. Serve and enjoy!