Cheesy Beef Pepperoni Roll Ups (Print Version)

Crispy, cheesy pizza roll-ups stuffed with seasoned beef, pepperoni and gooey mozzarella—ready in 35 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 5 ounces ground beef
02 - 1.5 ounces sliced pepperoni (approximately 12 slices)

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Dough

05 - 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (8 ounces)

→ Vegetables & Sauce

06 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

→ For Assembling

11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian herbs. Cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat and let cool briefly.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 12 x 10 inches.
04 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 3/4-inch border along the edges. Distribute the cooked beef evenly, then layer the pepperoni slices on top. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the fillings.
05 - Starting from a long edge, roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal. Cut the roll crosswise into 8 equal pieces. Arrange cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush the tops with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
07 - Let cool for 3 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve warm with additional pizza sauce for dipping.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • They come together ridiculously fast, and that first cheesy pull makes you look like a snack hero.
  • The combination of savory beef, gooey cheese, and pepperoni makes them irresistible to adults and kids alike.
02 -
  • The first time I rushed the rolling, the filling oozed out everywhere—taking your time pays off and keeps things tidy.
  • Brushing on the olive oil really does make a difference for getting that perfect golden top.
03 -
  • Let the beef cool slightly before assembling to avoid melting the dough.
  • A sprinkle of fresh basil after baking gives a burst of color and flavor that brightens everything up.

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