Bite-sized pizza rolls with mozzarella, pepperoni, and herbs, baked crisp in an air fryer.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (14 oz)
02 - All-purpose flour, for dusting
→ Filling
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices (optional) or diced bell peppers
05 - 4 tbsp pizza sauce
06 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed)
→ For Assembly
08 - 1 egg, beaten (for sealing and brushing)
09 - Cooking spray or olive oil spray
→ For Serving
10 - Extra pizza sauce, for dipping
# Method:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 5 minutes.
02 - Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 12 x 10 inch rectangle.
03 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border on all sides.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni or vegetables, and Italian herbs evenly over the sauce.
05 - Starting at a long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log, pinching the seam to seal.
06 - Cut the log into 24 even slices using a sharp knife.
07 - Brush the cut edges of each roll with beaten egg to seal.
08 - Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil.
09 - Place pizza rolls in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each; cook in batches if needed.
10 - Brush the tops of the rolls with additional beaten egg for a golden finish.
11 - Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
12 - Allow rolls to cool for 2–3 minutes before serving with extra pizza sauce.
