Keto Pepperoni Pizza Crescent Roll Bake
Transform ordinary crescent rolls into a crowd-pleasing appetizer that captures all the flavors of pepperoni pizza in convenient, shareable spirals. Each bite delivers gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and buttery herb-seasoned dough that bakes to golden perfection. The rolls are sliced to reveal beautiful pinwheel patterns and served with warm pizza sauce for dipping. Perfect for game day gatherings, potluck dinners, or when you want pizza flavors without the fuss of making dough from scratch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 ¼ cups pizza sauce
- 2 cans (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls, 8 Count
- 3 oz pepperoni slices, about 42 slices
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and spray baking dish with cooking spray
- 2
Mix shredded cheese with half of the pizza sauce in medium bowl
- 3
Unroll one can of dough and reshape into rectangle, pressing perforations to seal
- 4
Spread half of cheese mixture evenly on dough and top with half of pepperoni
- 5
Roll up tightly starting from short edge and pinch seam together
- 6
Repeat process with remaining dough, cheese mixture and pepperoni
- 7
Cut each roll into slices with serrated knife and arrange spiral sides up in baking dish
- 8
Mix melted butter with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning
- 9
Brush tops of dough with butter mixture
- 10
Bake until deep golden brown and dough is baked through
- 11
Cool before serving
- 12
Microwave remaining pizza sauce until hot and serve as dipping sauce
Tips
Press crescent roll perforations firmly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking
Use a sharp serrated knife and gentle sawing motion to cut clean slices without squishing the rolls
Let rolls cool for the full 10 minutes to allow the cheese to set before serving
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes.
Assemble rolls up to 4 hours ahead, cover and refrigerate. Add 2-3 minutes to baking time if baking cold.
Serve warm with heated pizza sauce for dipping. Cut into smaller pieces for bite-sized appetizers.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip sealing perforations or filling will leak out during baking
Avoid cutting slices too thick or they won't cook evenly through the center
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I freeze these after baking?
Yes, freeze baked and cooled rolls up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator and reheat in 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes until heated through.
What if I don't have Italian seasoning?
Mix equal parts dried basil, oregano, and garlic powder. You can also use just dried basil or oregano alone for a simpler herb flavor.
Can I make these with different toppings?
Absolutely! Try sausage and peppers, ham and pineapple, or just cheese for vegetarians. Keep total filling amount similar to prevent overstuffing.