Description
Cheesy Stuffed Pizza Roll
Ingredients:
For the pizza dough:
1 package (about 2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
1 tbsp sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
For the filling:
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
(or your favorite toppings)
For the topping:
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Prepare the dough:
In a bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. In a separate large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Prepare the filling:
While the dough is rising, mix the shredded mozzarella, pizza sauce, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and garlic powder in a bowl. If you’re adding pepperoni or other toppings, mix those in as well.
Assemble the pizza roll:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12×8 inches). Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Carefully roll the dough from one long edge to the other to form a log shape, pinching the ends to seal the roll.
Bake the pizza roll:
Place the pizza roll on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil, and sprinkle with dried basil, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve and enjoy:
Allow the pizza roll to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping!
This cheesy stuffed pizza roll is a fun and delicious way to enjoy pizza, and it’s perfect for parties, snacks, or a cozy dinner!
