Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls
A delicious blend of flaky croissant pastry filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated croissant dough (8 rolls)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce, for dipping (optional) Recommended for serving.
- 1 tbsp olive oil, for brushing
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional) For added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the croissant dough carefully and separate the triangles.
- Sprinkle each triangle generously with the shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped pepperoni in the center.
- Roll up the croissants starting from the wide end toward the point to keep the fillings snug.
- Arrange the rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between them.
- Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle Italian seasoning if desired.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy at the edges.
- Let the croissant rolls cool for a minute and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For extra flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or oregano. Replace pepperoni with sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian option. Refrigerate the dough for easier handling.