Looking for a handheld pizza snack that's super easy to make and kid approved? Part mini stromboli, part pizza roll up, these savory and tasty Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls are the perfect choice!
I mean, just look at all that gooey, melted cheese!
This recipe makes the perfect lunch, party appetizer, game day treat, slumber party nosh or late night snack. It was inspired by my Pepperoni Pizza Dip, which is always a crowd pleaser. If you're looking for an extra bite, both this recipe and the pizza dip go really well with Parmesan Herb Seasoned Pretzels (which also have pizza seasoning!).
Jump to:
👪Why you'll love it
| Super easy recipe- Delish pepperoni pizza crescent rolls only take about 10 minutes to make and 10 minutes to bake! Only 7 ingredients- It doesn't get much simpler when you want to whip up a delicious and fun snack or appetizer! Kid and family approved- Kids not only enjoy eating these, they also enjoy helping to assemble them! |
🥘Ingredients
For a full list of ingredients and measurements, see the printable recipe card below
- Refrigerated brand name crescent dough- I recently tried Pillsbury's reduced fat for these and the pizza rolls came out great...we didn't miss the extra fat and calories!
- Pizza sauce- I typically use pizzeria style pizza sauce for this recipe because it's a little thicker and more flavorful
- Pizza seasoning- my fav is McCormick's Get a Pizza This! You can make this recipe without it, but it does add additional flavors that take these pizza roll ups to the next level.
- Pepperoni slices- I often use turkey pepperoni to save on fat and calories
- String cheese- Use your favorite mozzarella brand, or take things up a notch with pepper jack string cheese!
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese- provides a little saltiness and crunch on top
🔪Instructions
For a more detailed set of instructions, see the printable recipe card below.
- Step 1: Unroll crescent dough, separate, and arrange on prepared pan.
- Step 2: Spread on pizza sauce and sprinkle with pizza seasoning.
- Step 3: Layer 2-4 slices of pepperoni on top of the sauce. Then place half of a string cheese on top.
- Step 4: Roll up pizza rolls and bake for 10 minutes.
Hint: These fun little handheld pizza roll ups are delicious when dipped in warm pizza or marinara sauce. They're also really good with ranch.
📖Variations
Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings. From diced mushrooms, peppers, onions, olives and more, the possibilities are endless.
🍽Equipment
- cutting board and knife
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- small spoon
- small baking tray, lined with parchment paper or greased foil
🍶Storage
Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated. Enjoy within 3 days.
To reheat, place in a preheated 300 degree oven, wrap in loosely tented foil, and bake for 5-8 minutes, or until heated through.
💭Top Tip
Less is more when it comes to the pizza sauce...a little bit is all you need, otherwise these can get quite messy!
💬FAQ
Croissants are a form of puff pastry, whereas crescent dough is a type of bread. I wouldn't recommend croissant dough for this recipe as it would be too much like eating a pastry.
🥄Related
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
🍴Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls:
📋Recipe
Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 tube brand name refrigerated crescent rolls (8 ct.)
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- pizza seasoning
- 16-32 slices pepperoni I use turkey pepperoni
- 4 string cheese cut in half
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- Unroll crescent dough, separate, and arrange on prepared pan.
- Spread 1-2 teaspoons of pizza sauce onto each dough triangle and sprinkle with a dash of pizza seasoning.
- Starting at the widest end, layer 2-4 slices of pepperoni on top of the sauce.
- Place half of a string cheese on top of the pepperoni.
- Starting at the widest end, roll up pizza crescent rolls to the narrowest end and then sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Bake on a prepared pan for 10 minutes or until cheese starts to ooze out of the crescent rolls and dough is light golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite sauce! Suggested favorites are warmed pizza or marinara sauce, or chilled ranch.
- Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated. Enjoy within 3 days. To reheat, place in a preheated 300 degree oven, wrap in loosely tented foil, and bake for 5-8 minutes, or until heated through.
Notes
- Lining your rimmed baking pan with parchment paper makes for a much easier cleanup!
- Less is more when it comes to the pizza sauce...a little bit is all you need, otherwise these can get quite messy!
- Don't worry if some of the filling oozes out, you can just tuck it back in before serving.
Katie S. says
This is my family's favorite game day/tailgate snack. Sometimes we use pepper jack string cheese instead of the mozzarella. We really like dipping these in ranch. The best!
Kitchen Ready Betty says
We love them with ranch too!
Sally M. says
Thanks for the tip on using the low fat crescent rolls. I sometimes avoid eating them because I think they're high in fat for how little they are. I can't wait to try this.
Kitchen Ready Betty says
They really taste good with the reduced fat. I feel the same way about the crescent rolls. Come back and let me know how you liked the recipe!