Description
Succulent pepperoni crescent rolls deliver quick party appetizers perfect for game nights. Cheese and zesty meat wrapped in buttery pastry create simple comfort that guests will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces) tubes store-bought crescent roll dough
- 1 (6 ounces) bag sliced pepperoni
- 8 sticks mozzarella string cheese, cut in half
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
Binding Ingredient:
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and cover two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Carefully unfurl the crescent roll tubes and separate each triangle along the perforated edges.
- Layer 6 pepperoni slices across the wide base of each crescent triangle, then position half a string cheese stick directly on top of the pepperoni.
- Commence rolling from the widest section of the dough, gently stretching and tucking the sides to encase the pepperoni and cheese completely.
- Arrange the rolled crescents onto the prepared baking sheets, keeping them evenly spaced.
- Whisk an egg in a small bowl and delicately brush the surface of each crescent roll for a golden finish.
- Generously sprinkle grated parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the egg-washed crescents.
- Slide the baking sheets into the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes until the rolls transform into a rich golden brown and the cheese melts thoroughly.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately alongside warm marinara or pizza sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Choose high-quality pepperoni for maximum flavor intensity and reduce greasiness by patting pepperoni with paper towels before adding to crescents.
- Experiment with cheese variations like mozzarella or provolone to create different taste profiles while maintaining the classic pizza-inspired experience.
- Prevent cheese leakage by sealing crescent roll edges tightly and ensuring cheese is centered within the dough before rolling.
- Consider gluten-free crescent roll options or low-fat cheese alternatives for dietary modifications without compromising taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg