Pizza Pinwheels Pepperoni Mozzarella (Printable)

Flaky pastry pinwheels packed with pepperoni, mozzarella, and zesty marinara. Perfect for a tasty snack.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry, thawed (approx. 9 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 egg, beaten
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Lightly flour a clean surface. Gently roll out the puff pastry sheet.
03 - Spread marinara sauce evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, distribute pepperoni slices, then top with Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs.
04 - Starting from a long side, tightly roll the pastry into a log. Pinch the seam to seal, then cut into 16 equal rounds with a sharp knife.
05 - Position pinwheels cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush tops with beaten egg for color. Optionally, brush lightly with olive oil.
07 - Bake for 16–18 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
08 - Allow pinwheels to cool slightly. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with minimal ingredients.
  • Combines the classic flavors of pizza into a convenient, handheld form.
  • Perfect for entertaining—pass them around at parties or game days.
  • Golden, flaky puff pastry creates an irresistible crispy texture.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife for clean, even pinwheel slices to maintain shape while baking.
  • Don’t overload with sauce to prevent soggy pastry; a thin, even layer works best.
  • Chill the rolled log before slicing if the dough feels very soft to make cutting easier.
  • Serve fresh and warm to enjoy the melty cheese and crisp crust at its best.
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