Mini Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels (Printable)

Crispy puff pastry rolls with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni for a tasty party treat.

# What You Need:

→ Puff Pastry

01 - 1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry, thawed (approximately 8.8 oz)

→ Sauce & Cheese

02 - 3 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (approximately 3.5 oz)

→ Toppings

04 - 24 mini pepperoni slices (approximately 1.75 oz)
05 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, optional

→ For Finishing

06 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or oregano, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface with the longer side facing you.
03 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pastry, leaving a ½-inch border along the edges.
04 - Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
05 - Arrange the mini pepperoni slices over the cheese, then sprinkle Parmesan and dried herbs if desired.
06 - Starting from the long edge, roll the pastry tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
07 - Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into ½-inch thick slices and arrange them cut side up on the prepared tray, spacing slightly apart.
08 - Brush each pinwheel gently with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
09 - Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until the pinwheels are puffed and golden brown.
10 - Allow the pinwheels to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and bake in under 40 minutes
  • Customizable with favorite pizza toppings
02 -
  • Contains gluten milk egg and meat—always check labels for allergen safety
  • You can easily swap pepperoni for vegetarian toppings
03 -
  • Roll pastry as tightly as possible to prevent filling leaks
  • Brush pastry edges with a little water if you need extra sealing
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