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Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses

Irresistibly Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses for the Family

These Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses are a delightful twist on classic pizza, perfect for sharing and easy to make in under an hour.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 roses
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 pound pizza dough choose homemade or store-bought for convenience
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese this melts beautifully, giving a gooey texture
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese adds a nutty flavor that complements the mozzarella
For the Pepperoni
  • 20 slices pepperoni use turkey or veggie options for a lighter twist
For Baking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil brushing the dough helps it become golden and crisp
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning enhances the flavor with classic pizza herbs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt a pinch elevates the overall taste
For Serving
  • 1 cup marinara sauce perfect for dipping or drizzling over your pizza roses
  • Fresh basil leaves optional, add for a touch of color and flavor

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle that’s about ⅛ inch thick.
  3. Cut the dough into 12 strips, each approximately 1.5 inches wide and 8 inches long.
  4. On each dough strip, lay down two slices of pepperoni and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Roll the dough from one end to form a rose shape and place each rose into the muffin cup.
  6. Brush each rose with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  8. Let the pizza roses cool for about 5 minutes before removing from the pan and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roseCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pizza roses can be served as an appetizer or a main dish, and pair well with marinara sauce for an extra flavor boost.

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