Herb Infused Pizza Rolls

Herb-Infused Pizza Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer. They’re packed with pizza flavors and have a delightful herby twist. Here’s how you can make them:

Herb-Infused Pizza Rolls

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 1 package (about 2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast

• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for greasing)

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional for extra flavor)

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for some heat)

For the herb-infused butter:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)

• 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)

• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)

• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the dough:

   • In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes frothy.

   • In a larger bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, then stir until a dough forms.

   • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the herb-infused butter:

   • In a small bowl, combine melted butter with chopped basil, oregano, parsley, garlic powder, and salt. Stir to combine and set aside.

3. Assemble the pizza rolls:

   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle (about 12 x 9 inches).

   • Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

   • Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce.

   • Sprinkle dried oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes over the cheese for extra flavor.

4. Roll and slice:

   • Carefully roll the dough tightly from one edge to the other (like a jelly roll or Swiss roll).

   • Slice the rolled dough into 1-2 inch pieces and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.

5. Bake the rolls:

   • Brush the tops of the pizza rolls with the prepared herb-infused butter.

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.

6. Serve:

   • Once baked, serve the pizza rolls warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Tips:

• Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings inside the rolls, like pepperoni, olives, or bell peppers.

• For an extra crispy crust, brush the sides of the rolls with a little more olive oil before baking.

• These pizza rolls are great for parties, game nights, or as an appetizer to a larger meal.

Enjoy these deliciously herb-infused pizza rolls! They’re the perfect balance of cheesy, herby, and flavorful!