If you love the taste of pizza, then try these stuffed pizza rolls which are incredibly easy to make and full of pizza sauce and mozzarella. Whether you need a snack or a hearty appetizer to have as part of an Italian meal, these pizza rolls will fit the bill perfectly.
These stuffed pizza rolls only require a few key ingredients. You begin by rolling out crustless bread slices until they are flat before rolling them up with tomato sauce, cheese, and basil. After that, they get refrigerated for 30 minutes before being dipped in a milk and egg mixture, and fried in a pan. Golden and full of oozy cheese, these rolls are wonderful to satisfy any pizza craving.
What are Stuffed Pizza Rolls?
These stuffed pizza rolls are appetizers that involve white bread, tomato sauce, cheese, and basil. The bread is rolled up with the pizza fillings before being pan-fried. Using store-bought sandwich bread makes this recipe extra easy to make as you won’t have to make any doughs. The sandwich bread crisps up beautifully and becomes reminiscent of pizza crust.
Pro Tips
- Feel free to choose whole wheat bread if you would like the pizza rolls to have more fiber or gluten-free bread if you eat a gluten-free diet.
- When adding the tomato sauce, leave the edges of the bread uncovered to prevent the tomato sauce from squishing out when the bread is rolled up.
- Don’t skip the step of allowing the rolls to set up in the fridge as this will help them hold their shape during the cooking process.
- If you like some spice to your pizza, you could add some red pepper flakes to the rolls or use an arrabiata tomato sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Add Other Fillings to Pizza Rolls?
Yes, you definitely could! If you would like to add pepperoni, make sure it is nice and thin so that it rolls up with the bread easily. Meanwhile, if you use any vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach, it is best if they are finely chopped before adding them to the filling.
Can I Make the Pizza Rolls Dairy-Free?
Yes, all you have to do to make them dairy-free is to replace the milk with plant-based milk and the mozzarella with your favorite vegan cheese.
Can I Deep Fry the Pizza Rolls?
No, since the pizza rolls aren’t sealed at their edges, it is best not to deep fry them or else you will lose the filling. Pan frying them is best as it uses less oil and the rolls will hold together much better.
How to Store Stuffed Pizza Rolls
Leftover pizza rolls can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days, and reheated in an air fryer or oven. Alternatively, you can place them in a freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
How to Make Stuffed Pizza Rolls
Flatten the bread with a rolling pin and spread them with tomato sauce.
Flatten the bread with a rolling pin and spread them with tomato sauce.
In a bowl, whisk the milk with the egg, and salt and pepper to taste. Dip each pizza roll in the egg mixture to coat.
Place a basil leaf and mozzarella stick on each piece of bread and roll them up into tight rolls.
Serve and enjoy!
Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate them for 30 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk the milk with the egg, and salt and pepper to taste. Dip each pizza roll in the egg mixture to coat.
Heat some oil in a pan on the stove. Add the pizza rolls and cook them until they are golden on all sides.
Serve and enjoy!
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