Air Fryer Pizza Rolls with Gooey Cheese and Pepperoni Recipe

Introduction

These Air Fryer Pizza Rolls are a crispy, cheesy snack perfect for parties or a quick treat. Filled with gooey mozzarella and savory pepperoni, they’re easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• Marinara sauce (for dipping)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Pinch of salt
• Olive oil (for spraying)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Gather all your ingredients and prepare the pizza dough by letting it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes or rolling out homemade dough.
2. Step 2: Roll out the dough and cut it into 3×3 inch squares.
3. Step 3: Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella, pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt on each square.
4. Step 4: Fold the dough over the filling and carefully crimp the edges to seal each roll.
5. Step 5: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
6. Step 6: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the pizza rolls in a single layer without overcrowding.
7. Step 7: Cook the rolls for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crisping.
8. Step 8: Let the pizza rolls cool slightly before serving with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Try adding finely chopped bell peppers, onions, or different cheeses like cheddar or provolone for varied flavors.
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed to maintain crispiness.
• Use a small brush or spray to lightly coat the rolls with olive oil for extra golden color and crunch.

Storage

Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat them in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes to restore their crispy texture before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen pizza dough for this recipe?

Yes, frozen pizza dough can be used. Just be sure to thaw it completely and bring it to room temperature before rolling it out for easier handling.

What can I use if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can bake the pizza rolls in a conventional oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until golden and crispy, turning halfway through cooking.

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls with Gooey Cheese and Pepperoni Recipe

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Crispy and delicious air fryer pizza rolls filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, seasoned with Italian herbs. Perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer, these homemade rolls are easy to prepare and come out perfectly crispy every time.

• Author: reem
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Pizza Rolls

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) – enough to cut into 3×3 inch squares
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Pinch of salt
• Olive oil (for spraying)

Dipping Sauce

• Marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all required ingredients including pizza dough, shredded mozzarella, pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, salt, olive oil, and marinara sauce for dipping.
2. Prepare Dough: Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for 20 minutes if store-bought, or roll out your homemade dough into a flat sheet.
3. Cut Dough Squares: Using a knife or pizza cutter, slice the rolled-out dough into 3×3 inch squares.
4. Add Filling: On each dough square, place a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese, a few pepperoni slices, sprinkle Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt.
5. Seal Rolls: Fold over the dough square to cover the filling and crimp the edges carefully to seal the rolls and prevent filling from leaking out during cooking.
6. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
7. Arrange in Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking, then place the pizza rolls in a single layer without crowding them.
8. Air Fry: Cook the pizza rolls for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time for even crispiness.
9. Cool and Serve: Remove the pizza rolls from the air fryer and allow them to cool slightly before serving them warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

• Experiment with different fillings like bell peppers, onions, or various cheese types to customize your pizza rolls.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
• Store any leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
• Reheat leftovers in the air fryer to maintain crispiness rather than using a microwave.

Keywords: Air Fryer, Pizza Rolls, Snack, Easy Recipe, Vegetarian, Party Food, Crispy