Description
Crispy West Virginia pepperoni roll emerges from your air fryer, delivering classic mountain state comfort with golden-brown perfection. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this snack an irresistible treat you can’t wait to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Cheese:
- 36 slices pepperoni
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Dough and Base:
- 1 (13.8 ounces / 391 grams) tube refrigerated pizza dough
Seasonings and Finishing:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Spread the chilled pizza dough onto a clean work surface, transforming it into a rectangular shape. Slice the dough precisely into nine uniform rectangles using a sharp culinary tool.
- Position 4 pepperoni slices centrally on each dough section. Generously sprinkle mozzarella cheese atop the pepperoni. Carefully fold the dough over the filling, meticulously sealing the edges. Tuck and press the ends to completely encase the pepperoni and cheese. Arrange the rolls with the sealed side facing downward.
- Liquify the butter in a microwave-safe container. Combine garlic powder, salt, and Italian seasoning in a separate vessel. Delicately brush each roll with melted butter, then liberally dust with the aromatic seasoning blend.
- Load the pepperoni rolls into the air fryer basket, ensuring adequate spacing between each piece. Crisp the rolls at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until they transform into a golden, appetizing hue and achieve complete doneness.
- Transfer the hot, crispy rolls onto a serving plate immediately. Savor the melty, flavor-packed pepperoni rolls while they’re fresh and steaming.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is evenly rolled out to create uniform-sized rolls for consistent cooking.
- Seal the edges tightly to prevent cheese and pepperoni from leaking during air frying.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like provolone or cheddar for unique flavor profiles.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pizza dough or low-carb alternatives like cauliflower crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 224 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 456 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg