Mozzarella Pepperoni Croissant Rolls
Flaky croissant dough filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 1 can refrigerated croissant dough (8 rolls)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
Optional Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce for dipping
Finishing Touches
- 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 and gently separate the triangles.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped pepperoni in the center of each triangle.
- Roll up the croissants starting from the wide end toward the point, ensuring the filling is wrapped snugly inside.
- Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet with some space in between each roll.
- Brush the tops of the rolls with olive oil and sprinkle some Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Let the croissant rolls cool for about a minute on a wire rack before serving.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
You can prep these rolls ahead of time. Assemble them and refrigerate until you're ready to bake.