Cheesy Pesto Rolls
Warm, fluffy rolls filled with gooey cheese and vibrant basil pesto, perfect for gatherings or as a delightful snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 package of refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll your refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface and stretch it into a rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the basil pesto evenly over the surface of the dough.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the pesto.
- Season with a touch of salt and pepper.
- Starting from one end, tightly roll the dough into a log.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into even pieces, about 1-2 inches thick.
- Brush the top of each roll with the beaten egg.
- Pop the rolls in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before enjoying.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping. These rolls can also be frozen for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cheesy Rolls, Pesto Rolls, Italian Snacks