Air Fryer Pizza Rolls (Print Version)

Golden, crispy rolls filled with gooey mozzarella and pepperoni, ideal for quick, savory snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (14 oz)
02 - All-purpose flour, for dusting

→ Filling

03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices (optional; substitute with diced bell peppers for vegetarian)
05 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed)

→ Assembly

08 - 1 egg, beaten (for sealing and brushing)
09 - Cooking spray or olive oil spray

→ Serving

10 - Extra pizza sauce, for dipping

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the air fryer to 375°F and allow it to preheat for 5 minutes.
02 - Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and roll the pizza dough into a 12 by 10 inch rectangle.
03 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
04 - Distribute mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni or vegetables, and Italian herbs evenly over the sauce.
05 - Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
06 - Cut the rolled log into 24 even pieces using a sharp knife.
07 - Brush the cut sides of each roll lightly with beaten egg to help seal them.
08 - Spray the air fryer basket with cooking or olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
09 - Place pizza rolls in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each. Cook in batches if necessary.
10 - Brush the tops of the rolls with additional beaten egg to promote browning.
11 - Air fry the rolls at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
12 - Allow rolls to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving with extra pizza sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're ridiculously crispy outside and melty inside, which is honestly the only two textures that matter.
  • You get to customize the filling however you want, so everyone at the table is basically eating their own perfect version.
  • Fifteen minutes from dough to plate, which beats any frozen appetizer by miles.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket or they'll steam instead of crisp—cook in batches if you have to.
  • Flipping halfway is the difference between golden and pale; it only takes five seconds and changes everything.
03 -
  • Cold dough is easier to work with, so chill it for ten minutes after unrolling if your kitchen is warm.
  • Use an egg wash on both the cut sides and the tops to get that restaurant-quality shine and seal that keeps everything contained.
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