Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls
A delightful fusion of flaky croissant pastry, gooey mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni for a fun culinary adventure.
Ingredients
For the Croissant Rolls
- 1 can refrigerated croissant dough (8 rolls)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce, for dipping (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the croissant dough on a clean surface and separate the triangles.
- Sprinkle each triangle with shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped pepperoni, placing the filling in the center of each croissant.
- Roll up the croissants from the wide end to the point, ensuring the filling stays tightly inside.
- Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each roll.
- Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the croissants are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Let the croissant rolls cool for a minute before serving.
Notes
Consider adding garlic powder or crushed red pepper flakes for heat. Substitute the mozzarella with provolone or cheddar for variety.