Crispy Mozzarella Stuffed Garlic Butter Pizza Rolls Recipe
These Crispy Mozzarella Stuffed Garlic Butter Pizza Rolls are a deliciously cheesy and flavorful appetizer or snack. Made with soft pizza dough filled with melted mozzarella, brushed with garlic herb butter, and baked until golden and crispy, they pair perfectly with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Rolls
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
For Serving
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the pizza rolls to a golden, crispy finish.
- Prepare the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the refrigerated pizza dough until smooth and evenly flattened. Cut the dough into small squares, which will be used to make each individual pizza roll.
- Make Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried basil, stirring well to infuse the flavors.
- Brush Dough Squares: Using a brush, evenly coat each dough square with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring full coverage for rich flavor in every bite.
- Add Cheese Filling: Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of each dough square. Optionally, sprinkle a bit of grated parmesan for extra flavor.
- Roll and Seal: Carefully roll up each dough square around the cheese, making sure to pinch and seal the edges tightly to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the prepared rolls seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to promote even cooking.
- Brush with Remaining Garlic Butter: Brush the tops of each roll with any leftover garlic butter mixture to enhance browning and flavor on the outside crust.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the outside, indicating the cheese inside is perfectly melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve the crispy mozzarella stuffed garlic butter pizza rolls warm with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy this cheesy, flavorful treat!
Notes
- Ensure the dough squares are tightly sealed to prevent cheese from leaking out during baking.
- You can add additional fillings like pepperoni or herbs inside the rolls for variation.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, as rolls may lose crispiness if stored.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- Leftover rolls can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to regain crispiness.
Keywords: pizza rolls, mozzarella, garlic butter, appetizer, snack, cheesy, baked
