Pizza Wheels with Pepperoni (Printer-Friendly Version)
Bite-sized pizza wheels filled with pepperoni, Parmesan, and served with a savory marinara dipping sauce.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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1 ball of pizza dough (approx. 250 g/9 oz)
→ Toppings
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1/2 cup marinara sauce (120 ml/4 fl oz)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (113 g/4 oz)
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20 slices pepperoni (approx. 60 g/2 oz)
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (10 g/0.35 oz)
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1 tablespoon cornmeal (8 g/0.28 oz), for dusting
# Steps to Follow:
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Roll pizza dough into a 9 x 12 inch (23 x 30 cm) rectangular sheet on a surface dusted with cornmeal to prevent sticking.
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Spread marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border along the edges. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then distribute pepperoni slices uniformly on top.
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Carefully roll the dough lengthwise into a tight log, ensuring the filling stays inside. Pinch edges to seal.
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Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rounds, creating individual pizza wheels.
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Place the pizza wheels cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle grated Parmesan over each piece. Bake in a preheated oven at 204°C (400°F) for 12-15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
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Remove from oven and serve warm alongside additional marinara sauce for dipping.
# Additional Tips:
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For a crispier crust, dust the baking surface with cornmeal before arranging pizza wheels.
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These can be made ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator up to two days or frozen up to three months.