Whole Wheat Pizza Rolls
Delicious and easy whole wheat pizza rolls that are perfect for family night. Customize with your favorite toppings!
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 63 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- Warm water (not boiling, just cozy)
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 and ¼ teaspoons)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for the dough, plus more for brushing)
- Pinch of sugar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Pasta sauce or marinara (small jar or homemade)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (to taste)
- Pizza toppings (pepperoni, peppers, onions, etc.)
Instructions
- Mix yeast with warm water (add a pinch of sugar) and let bubble for a few minutes.
- Add flour, olive oil, and salt; stir until you have a slightly tacky dough.
- Knead the dough by hand until smooth and let it rise in a covered bowl for about 45 minutes.
- Prepare your fillings while the dough rises.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle, spread with sauce, and sprinkle generously with cheese and toppings.
- Roll up the dough like cinnamon rolls and slice into 1-inch rounds.
- Place on a greased baking sheet and brush tops with olive oil.
- Bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and tops are golden.
Notes
For a special touch, brush baked rolls with butter for a soft texture. Use parchment paper to avoid mess. Can be frozen for about two months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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