_Sips coffee and straightens apron_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies (and gents), let me tell you about these heavenly Loaded Pizza Pinwheels that have been absolutely crushing it at my afternoon get-togethers! They’re like pizza and cinnamon rolls had a baby, but make it savory and absolutely irresistible.
Listen, we’ve all been there – it’s 3 PM, and you’re craving something that’s not quite lunch but definitely more exciting than a boring granola bar. That’s where these bad boys come in!
Here’s what you’ll need (trust me, it’s worth the grocery trip):
– 1 tube of refrigerated pizza dough
– 1 cup of marinara sauce (store-bought is fine, no judgment here!)
– 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
– ½ cup grated parmesan
– 1 cup pepperoni, chopped
– ½ cup cooked and crumbled Italian sausage
– ¼ cup finely chopped bell peppers
– Italian seasoning to taste
– Garlic powder (because, duh!)
Now, let’s get cooking, bestie!
1. Preheat that oven to 375°F (I know, waiting is the worst part)
2. Roll out your pizza dough into a rectangle – don’t stress if it’s not perfect, we’re going for tasty, not geometry class here!
3. Spread marinara sauce, leaving a 1-inch border (crucial for the roll-up process)
4. Sprinkle ALL the cheese and toppings evenly
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1. Starting from the long edge, roll that baby up tightly (like how you roll your eyes at diet culture)
2. Cut into 1-inch slices – you should get about 12 pinwheels
3. Place them on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each
4. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and bubbly
Pro tip: I like to brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with more parmesan because #YOLO!
These pinwheels are perfect for afternoon snacking, game day, or honestly, whenever you want to feel fancy while eating what’s essentially elevated pizza rolls. They’re crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and absolutely perfect with a side of extra marinara for dipping.
Y’all, I cannot stress enough how these disappear faster than my motivation to go to the gym! They’re that good! If you try this recipe, pretty please drop a comment below – I’m dying to know if they made you weak in the knees like they do to me!
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XOXO,
Your favorite food-obsessed friend 💋
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