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Pizza Pepperoni Pinwheels Recipe

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These delicious Pizza Pinwheels feature flaky puff pastry loaded with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni slices. Easy to make and perfect for a snack or party appetizer, they bake to golden perfection and are garnished with fresh Italian parsley for a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 (13.2-ounce) sheet of puff pastry dough
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Filling

  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 20-25 slices pepperoni

Garnish

  • Fresh Italian parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Place the puff pastry sheet on a clean, flat surface. Brush it evenly with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder and onion powder across the entire dough to infuse it with savory flavor.
  2. Add the filling: Spread a thin, even layer of marinara sauce over the puff pastry, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly on top. Layer the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese to ensure each pinwheel has a balance of toppings.
  3. Roll and chill: Carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log shape. Place the log in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up, which will make slicing easier and maintain shape during baking. While chilling, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Slice and bake: Remove the pastry log from the freezer and slice it into 8 even pinwheel pieces. Arrange the pinwheels spaced slightly apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling to perfection.
  5. Garnish and serve: Once baked, optionally garnish the warm pizza pinwheels with freshly chopped Italian parsley for a pop of color and fresh herb aroma. Serve immediately and enjoy the cheesy, savory treat.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit pepperoni or substitute with vegetarian pepperoni slices.
  • You can prepare the pinwheel logs ahead of time and keep them frozen until ready to bake.
  • Ensure the puff pastry stays cold before baking to achieve a flaky texture.
  • Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add vegetables like spinach or olives for a unique twist.

Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/pizza-pepperoni-pinwheels-recipe/