Easy Pizza Roses (Print View)

Charming flower-shaped pizza rolls baked in muffin tins with cheese and fresh toppings

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough (about 14 ounces)

→ Sauce & Cheese

02 - ½ cup pizza sauce
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)
04 - ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 1.5 ounces)

→ Toppings

05 - 8-10 slices thinly sliced pepperoni or cooked ham (optional)
06 - ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - ½ small red onion, finely sliced
08 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 10 x 14 inches.
03 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border along one long edge.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the sauce layer.
05 - Distribute pepperoni, bell pepper, and red onion slices over the cheese. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs.
06 - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into 8 equal strips along the shorter edge (about 1.25 inches wide each).
07 - Roll each strip tightly from one end to the other, creating a rose shape. Pinch the end firmly to seal.
08 - Position each rolled pizza rose upright in the prepared muffin tin cups.
09 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
10 - Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These look impressive but come together in under 20 minutes of prep
  • Perfect for parties because everyone gets their own adorable portion
  • The crust edges get incredibly crispy while the centers stay soft
02 -
  • Dont skip the muffin tin, it keeps the roses upright and helps them bake evenly
  • If your roses start to unroll while baking, gently press them back into shape with a spoon
  • Let them cool for at least 5 minutes or the cheese will burn your mouth guaranteed
03 -
  • If the dough springs back while rolling, let it rest for 5 minutes then try again
  • A little pinch of cheese on top before baking adds extra golden crispy bits

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