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Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses

Delicious Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses to Brighten Your Day

Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses are a fun and easy appetizer that combines favorite pizza flavors into delightful bite-sized treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 pizza roses
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • Pastry Brush

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 pound pizza dough Fresh dough works best; store-bought is acceptable.

For the Cheesy Filling

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Melty cheese binds the flavors.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds depth to each bite.

For the Topping

  • 20 slices pepperoni Classic pizza topping.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For brushing the roses.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Brings out the flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.

For Serving

  • 1 cup marinara sauce Perfect for dipping.
  • Fresh basil leaves Optional for garnish.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
  • Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle of about ⅛ inch thick.
  • Slice the dough into 12 strips, approximately 1.5 inches wide and 8 inches long.
  • Lay two slices of pepperoni on each strip, followed by mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Roll each strip into a rose shape and place in the greased muffin cup.
  • Brush each rose with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm with marinara sauce.

Notes

These Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses make a wonderful appetizer or snack and can be assembled ahead of time for convenience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pizza roseCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword appetizers, Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses, Cheesy Treats, comfort food, pizza, Snack
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