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Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses

Irresistible Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses Recipe

Enjoy these Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses, a delightful and visually stunning appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Appetizer, cheesy, Cheesy Baked Italian Pizza Roses, easy recipes, Party Food, pizza
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • Cooking spray
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife or pizza cutter

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 pound Pizza dough

For the Cheese Mixture

  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese

For the Filling

  • 20 slices Pepperoni slices

For the Toppings

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • Fresh basil leaves optional

For the Marinara Sauce

  • 1 cup Marinara sauce

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
  • Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about ⅛ inch thick and cut it into 12 strips.
  • Lay two slices of pepperoni end to end on each strip, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Roll up each filled strip to form a rose shape and place in the greased muffin cup.
  • Brush each rose with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning and salt.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Cool for 5 minutes, then serve with marinara sauce and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Notes

For best results, serve warm and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 1mg