Description
Pizza Pinwheels are a fun and delicious twist on classic pizza. These bite-sized treats are filled with savory pizza sauce, melted cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, all wrapped up in a soft, fluffy dough. Perfect for parties, game days, or as an easy weeknight snack, Pizza Pinwheels are sure to please both kids and adults alike. With their crispy edges and cheesy, flavorful filling, these pinwheels make for the ultimate savory snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough if preferred)
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup sliced pepperoni or other pizza toppings (like ham, mushrooms, or bell peppers)
- Olive oil for brushing (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Pizza Dough: Store-bought pizza dough makes this recipe quick and easy, but you can also use homemade dough if you prefer.
- Mozzarella Cheese: The gooey, melty mozzarella cheese is the star ingredient in these pinwheels, ensuring they’re cheesy and delicious.
- Pizza Sauce: Pizza sauce brings all the classic pizza flavor to these pinwheels, making them perfectly savory.
- Toppings: Customize your pinwheels with your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni, sausage, vegetables, or even olives!
Instructions
Prepare the Pinwheel Filling:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, unroll the pizza dough. Roll it out into a rectangle, approximately 10×12 inches in size.
- Spread the Sauce: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about ½ inch around the edges.
- Add the Cheese and Seasoning: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce. Sprinkle the dried oregano and garlic powder on top for extra flavor.
- Add Toppings: If you’re using additional pizza toppings, sprinkle them evenly over the cheese. Popular options include pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Roll Up the Dough: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the dough into a log shape, making sure to seal the edges. If needed, pinch the dough seams to prevent it from unrolling during baking.
Slice and Bake the Pinwheels:
- Slice the Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife or a serrated knife, slice the rolled dough into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with Olive Oil: If desired, lightly brush the tops of the pinwheels with olive oil for a golden, crispy finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool: Let the pinwheels cool for a few minutes before serving. They will firm up as they cool, making them easier to handle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120-150 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 7g