Keto Pepperoni Mozzarella Pizza Bites
Bite-sized pizza rolls stuffed with mozzarella and pepperoni, wrapped in Pillsbury pizza dough and baked until golden. These handheld appetizers deliver classic pizza flavors in a convenient finger-food format. Perfect for parties, game day, or quick weeknight snacks. This version uses simple assembly-line wrapping to yield 48 pieces from two dough cans, making it ideal for feeding crowds.
Ingredients
- 2 13 7/8 ounce cans Pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 48 cubes
- 48 slices pepperoni, preferably turkey pepperoni
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups pizza sauce or marinara sauce, heated
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400F.
- 2
Spray three 9-inch pie pans with cooking spray.
- 3
Roll out one pizza crust on a lightly floured surface and pat into a 12x8 rectangle.
- 4
Cut into 24 squares.
- 5
Place one pepperoni slice and one mozzarella cube on each dough square.
- 6
Wrap dough around filling, pressing edges to seal.
- 7
Place seam-side down in prepared pans.
- 8
Repeat with remaining dough, pepperoni, and cheese.
- 9
Mix olive oil with dried Italian seasoning.
- 10
Drizzle or brush oil mixture over rolls.
- 11
Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 12
Bake for 16-20 minutes until golden brown.
- 13
Serve with warmed pizza sauce or marinara sauce.
Tips
Use turkey pepperoni for a leaner option. Standard pepperoni releases more oil during baking.
Flash freeze unbaked rolls on a baking sheet before wrapping; they freeze better when solidly frozen individually.
Brush oil mixture evenly with a pastry brush rather than drizzling to ensure consistent browning.
Good to Know
Refrigerate cooked bites in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked or fully cooked rolls in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
Prepare and freeze unbaked rolls up to 1 week ahead. Bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to baking time.
Serve warm with pizza sauce or marinara for dipping. Offer at room temperature for casual gatherings.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip the sealing step to avoid cheese leaking during baking.
Do not overload each square with filling to prevent sealing failure.
Do not bake too long to avoid overly crispy, dried-out outsides.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble and flash freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to ziplock bags. Store up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to cooking time.
What if I don't have pie pans?
Standard baking sheets work perfectly. Arrange rolls seam-side down in a single layer. They may brown slightly faster on flat sheets, so monitor at 14-16 minutes.
How long do cooked bites keep?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350F oven for 5-7 minutes or microwave 30 seconds until warmed through.