Pepperoni Pizza Roll Breadsticks (Printable)
Soft, cheesy breadsticks filled with pepperoni and mozzarella, brushed with butter and Parmesan.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 3/4 cup warm water (approximately 110°F)
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Topping
11 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
12 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ For Serving
13 - 1 cup marinara sauce (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Combine granulated sugar and active dry yeast in warm water within a mixing bowl, stirring gently. Allow to stand for 5 minutes until bubbles form.
02 - Incorporate all-purpose flour, olive oil, and salt into the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly, then knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough achieves a smooth consistency. Cover and leave in a warm environment to rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
03 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange parchment paper on a baking sheet.
04 - On a floured surface, roll the dough out into a rectangle measuring 10 by 14 inches.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella, sliced pepperoni, dried oregano, and garlic powder evenly over the dough.
06 - Starting from the long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 12 even pieces.
07 - Place each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
08 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the breadsticks are golden brown and baked through.
09 - Serve warm, accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Once you try rolling your own breadsticks, you'll understand the magic of warm, cheesy swirls straight from the oven.
- This is the kind of snack that vanishes before you even have a chance to ask for a dipping sauce.
02 -
- If you try to rush the dough rising, you’ll end up with dense breadsticks instead of airy spirals.
- I once forgot to let the yeast get foamy and ended up with flat, chewy bread—always double-check that bubbly start before moving on.
03 -
- Using parchment paper makes the whole process smoother, especially when it’s time to roll up the dough.
- Shredding your own mozzarella makes for the dreamiest melt inside each swirl.