Pepperoni Pizza Roll Breadsticks (Printable)
Soft, cheesy breadsticks filled with pepperoni and melted 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
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon kosher 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)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine sugar and active dry yeast with warm water in a bowl. Allow to stand for 5 minutes until the mixture is foamy.
02 - Incorporate all-purpose flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix and knead until a smooth dough forms, about 5 to 7 minutes. Cover and rest in a warm area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
03 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
04 - Dust a surface with flour and roll dough into a 10 by 14 inch rectangle.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella, sliced pepperoni, dried oregano, and garlic powder evenly over the dough.
06 - Starting from a long side, roll dough tightly into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
07 - Place each roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush rolls with melted butter and sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
08 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden and thoroughly baked.
09 - Serve warm accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get gooey cheese and crisp pepperoni in every swirl, plus that magical warm-bread taste you can only create at home.
- They disappear at gatherings faster than I can set out the dipping sauce, and everyone always asks for the recipe.
02 -
- If you rush the rising time, you’ll get dense breadsticks, not fluffy ones—I learned the hard way while distracted by a movie.
- Slicing with a serrated knife keeps the spirals neat and prevents squished rolls.
03 -
- Use parchment to keep the bottoms golden and the clean-up quick.
- Start tasting for doneness at 16 minutes, as every oven runs a little differently.