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Sourdough Discard Pepperoni & Cheese Pizza Rolls

Warm, cheesy snacks with a tangy sour dough crust, filled with mozzarella and pepperoni, perfect for quick dinners or parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Casual Dinner, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 rolls
Calories 170 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 cup sourdough discard Any discard will work (whole wheat or white).
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For a chewier roll, use bread flour in the same amount.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Keep as listed; pepperoni and cheese add sodium already.
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Can substitute with neutral oil or melted butter.

For the Filling & Seasoning

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Low-moisture whole-milk mozzarella melts best.
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices Can substitute with turkey pepperoni or cooked chicken sausage.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Increase if you want a spicier roll.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

To Serve (optional)

  • 1 cup marinara sauce For dipping.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine the sourdough discard, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Mix until the dough forms and pulls away from the bowl.
  • On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rest for 30 minutes at room temperature, covered with a clean towel or plastic wrap.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Assembly

  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried oregano, and black pepper evenly over the surface. Spread the shredded mozzarella and arrange the pepperoni slices on the dough.
  • Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long side. Slice the log into 1-inch rolls with a sharp knife.
  • Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced slightly apart.

Baking

  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and cheese is melted inside.
  • If tops brown too fast, tent loosely with foil for the last few minutes.

Serving

  • Remove from oven and serve warm, with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.

Notes

Let rolls sit 3-5 minutes after baking so cheese settles. Pack cooled rolls in a thermos for warm lunches. Avoid over-filling to prevent leaking.
Keyword Cheesy Snack, Pizza Rolls, quick meal, Snack Recipe, Sourdough Discard