Pizza Scrolls

Pizza bun all rolled up and beside others on a cooling rack.

A wholesome recipe for pizza roll ups oozing with cheese and loaded with nutrient-dense ingredients. The perfect savory snack, or delicious to eat cold on a hike, or have in a lunch box!

Prep Time45

Cook Time30

Total Time1 15

Servings: pizza roll ups

Author: Danika Vanderpyl

Ingredients

Dough

1 tablespoon instant yeast
2 tablespoons honey
2 ½ cups warm water
3 cups wheat flour
3-4 cups white flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cottage cheese

Filling

5 cups mozzarella cheese about one large block (about 500 grams)
2 ½ pizza sauce
½ of a red pepper
1 cup spinach or kale

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°Fahrenheit (200°C).
Dough: In a glass measuring cup, combine the instant yeast, honey, and warm water. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes bubbly and foamy on top.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole-wheat flour (3 cups), white flour (3 cups), and salt. Add the cottage cheese and the yeast mixture, then stir until a dough ball forms. If the dough feels sticky, add ½ cup-1 cup more flour as needed. Use your hands to knead the dough for 3–5 minutes, until smooth. Set the dough aside while you prepare the filling.
Filling: Using a food processor fitted with the grater blade, shred all of the mozzarella cheese. Transfer the cheese to a bowl and set aside.
Without washing the food processor, switch to the S blade. Add the pizza sauce, ted pepper, and kale or spinach. Pulse for 20–30 seconds, until the vegetables are finely chopped and blended into the sauce.
Assemble: On a floured countertop, roll the dough into a large rectangle (approximately 30 inches long and 12 inches wide). Spread the red pizza sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese. Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough into a large log. Pinch the seam closed with your fingers. The dough will feel delicate at this stage.
Cut and shape: Using a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss, cut the log into pizza rolls, about 1½ inches thick. This should make approximately 18 rolls. Place the rolls onto two baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Gently reshape each roll into a circle if needed, then lightly press down to flatten slightly. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tops.
Bake: In the preheated oven, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

Store the pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow them to cool completely before storing to prevent condensation and sogginess.

These pizza rolls also freeze well. Once completely cooled, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer to a container once solid so they do not stick together.

To reheat from frozen, microwave for 1–2 minutes or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes until heated through.

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