Description
Savory Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls offer a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and classic Italian flavors. Crisp croissant dough wraps around melted cheese and spicy pepperoni, creating a quick appetizer perfect for casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 slices pepperoni
- 1 cup (240 ml) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 package (8 rolls) croissants
Instructions
- Prepare oven at 375°F, ensuring rack is positioned in the center for even heating.
- Gently separate croissant dough triangles onto an ungreased baking sheet, maintaining spacing between each piece.
- Layer pepperoni slices across the wider section of each triangle, followed by a generous portion of mozzarella cheese.
- Dust the fillings with garlic powder and Italian seasoning for enhanced flavor profile.
- Carefully roll each triangle from the wide base toward the pointed tip, ensuring ingredients are securely tucked inside.
- Tuck the pointed end underneath to prevent filling from escaping during baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry achieves a rich golden-brown color and cheese appears melted.
- Remove from oven and allow rolls to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling cheese to set and preventing potential burns.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Customize fillings by swapping pepperoni with ham, salami, or vegetarian alternatives like roasted vegetables for dietary preferences.
- Prevent soggy rolls by patting pepperoni and mozzarella dry with paper towels to reduce excess moisture during baking.
- Elevate flavor by brushing croissant tops with garlic butter or olive oil before baking for extra richness and golden-brown color.
- Make ahead by preparing rolls and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking, perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg