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Easy Pizza Roses

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These easy pizza roses are a fun, creative twist on classic pizza, with cheesy, saucy goodness wrapped in a beautiful rose shape. Perfect for parties, snacks, or casual gatherings.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10 to 12 pizza roses
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 40–50 slices of pepperoni
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough into a thin rectangle and cut into long strips.
  3. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce along each strip.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
  5. Place pepperoni slices slightly overlapping along one edge of each strip.
  6. Roll up each strip from one end to form a rose shape and place into the muffin tin.
  7. Brush tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Swap pepperoni for sausage or veggies like mushrooms and bell peppers.
  • Use crescent roll dough for a softer texture.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) to keep them crisp.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like marinara or garlic butter.

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