High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
300kcal
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 1 cup pizza dough
- 1/2 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni can substitute with turkey pepperoni
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese can substitute with cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 each egg (for egg wash)
- to taste Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into rectangles approximately 4x6 inches.
Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella, ricotta, pepperoni, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning until well mixed.
- Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end of each dough rectangle.
- Roll the dough over the filling and seal the edges using the egg wash.
Baking
- Arrange the filled rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping!
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories300kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein20gFat15gSaturated Fat6gSodium700mgFiber1gSugar2g
Notes
You can add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor. Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes to restore their crispiness.