Pizza Pinwheels Pepperoni Mozzarella (Printable Version)

Flaky, cheesy pinwheels filled with pepperoni and marinara. Perfect for parties, snacks, or appetizers.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry, thawed (about 8.8 oz)

→ Fillings

02 - 1/3 cup marinara or pizza sauce
03 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 2.6 oz sliced pepperoni
05 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano)

→ Finishing

07 - 1 large egg, beaten
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for brushing)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Gently roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
03 - Evenly spread marinara sauce over pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce. Top with pepperoni slices, Parmesan cheese, and dried Italian herbs.
05 - Starting from one long side, tightly roll pastry into a log. Pinch seam to seal.
06 - With a sharp knife, slice log into 16 even rounds. Arrange cut side up on baking sheet.
07 - Brush pinwheels with beaten egg for color. Optionally brush with olive oil. Bake 16–18 minutes until golden and bubbling.
08 - Let cool slightly before serving. Serve pinwheels warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No one expects how fast these disappear once set out for a gathering.
  • The golden pastry and gooey cheese are pure comfort without fuss.
02 -
  • If the dough isn’t chilled, slicing can turn messy fast—always re-chill if needed.
  • Lining the pan with parchment prevents cheese from stubbornly sticking to the tray.
03 -
  • Slice the rolled dough with a serrated knife using a gentle sawing motion.
  • A sprinkle of extra herbs on top before baking adds aroma and makes them look bakery-worthy.
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