Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Mozzarella Sticks combine the gooey, melty goodness of mozzarella cheese with a smoky layer of pepperoni, all wrapped in a golden, crispy pizza dough crust. Perfect as a party appetizer or a fun snack, they are brushed with savory pizza sauce and seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and Parmesan cheese for an irresistible Italian-inspired treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Mozzarella Sticks
- 8 mozzarella sticks
Meat
- 16 pepperoni slices
Dough & Sauce
- 1 sheet pizza dough or crescent roll dough
- ½ cup pizza sauce (for brushing and dipping)
Seasonings & Toppings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Egg Wash
- 1 beaten egg (for sealing and glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or heat oil in a fryer to 350°F (175°C) if frying.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a flat sheet and cut it into strips sized to wrap mozzarella sticks comfortably.
- Assemble: On each dough strip, layer two slices of pepperoni, then place one mozzarella stick on top. Brush the dough and filling lightly with pizza sauce and roll the dough tightly around the mozzarella and pepperoni.
- Seal and Glaze: Use the beaten egg to carefully seal the edges of each roll and brush the tops to ensure a golden finish during cooking.
- Cook: Place the wrapped sticks on a baking sheet if baking, and bake for 12–15 minutes until the dough is golden brown and crisp. Alternatively, fry the sticks in preheated oil until crisp and golden.
- Season: Immediately after cooking, brush the sticks with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Serve the pepperoni pizza mozzarella sticks warm with pizza sauce or garlic butter for dipping.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, frying is a great option, but baking offers a healthier alternative.
- Make sure to seal the edges well with egg wash to prevent cheese leakage during cooking.
- Use low-moisture mozzarella sticks to reduce sogginess.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- You can add extra herbs like red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
