Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels are a fun twist on classic pizza, made with flaky crescent dough, pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and savory pepperoni. They’re easy to prepare and perfect for parties, game days, lunchboxes, or a quick family snack.
Why This Recipe Works
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Cheesy and packed with pepperoni flavor
- Crispy and golden on the outside
- Perfect for dipping in marinara sauce
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20–24 slices pepperoni
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- Marinara sauce for serving
How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels
- Prepare the dough: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll the crescent dough and press the seams together to create one large rectangle.
- Add the sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce. Arrange the pepperoni slices on top and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Roll: Starting from one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam gently to seal it.
- Slice: Cut the roll into approximately ½-inch slices and place them cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with butter: Lightly brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the pinwheels are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Let them cool for a few minutes and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips for Making Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels
- Chill the rolled dough for 10–15 minutes before slicing for cleaner pinwheels.
- Avoid adding too much sauce, which can make the dough difficult to roll.
- Use finely shredded mozzarella for even melting.
- Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for extra pizza flavor.
Final Thoughts
Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels are an easy, cheesy appetizer that brings all the flavors of pizza into a fun bite-sized snack. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for a party appetizer everyone will enjoy.
