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Crispy Pizza Pinwheels with Mozzarella and Pepperoni

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These crispy pizza pinwheels combine gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and a flaky dough for a perfect appetizer or snack that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 cup warm water (240 ml, about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (300 g), plus extra for dusting
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (adds richness and keeps dough soft)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (feeds the yeast)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 170 g)
  • 20–25 slices pepperoni (about 100 g), thinly sliced
  • ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara (120 ml), store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (to brush on top for crispiness)
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for sprinkling)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by pouring 1 cup warm water into a mixing bowl. Sprinkle 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
  2. Add 2 ½ cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms. Adjust flour or water as needed for consistency.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth, elastic, soft but not sticky.
  4. Place dough ball in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  5. While dough rises, shred mozzarella, slice pepperoni, and mix pizza sauce with oregano and garlic powder.
  6. Punch down risen dough and roll out on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle.
  7. Spread sauce evenly over dough, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, then layer pepperoni slices evenly.
  8. Roll dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  9. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange pinwheels cut-side up, spaced 1 inch apart. Brush tops with olive oil and optionally sprinkle Parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Let pinwheels cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

If cheese browns too fast, tent pinwheels with foil. Let dough rise properly for light, airy texture. Avoid overloading filling to prevent sogginess. Chilling rolled dough before slicing helps make cleaner cuts. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even browning. For extra crispiness, brush edges with olive oil before baking. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are possible.

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