Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (2024)

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A delicious recipe for Pizza Pinwheels. Pizza baked into little bite sized slices. Crispy edges, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan. Served with Marinara. This is a delicious and unique appetizer recipe.

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These are Pizza Wheels. Pizza Pinwheels are little bite-sized swirls of pizza, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan, served with a marinara dipping sauce. Some people like deep dish, some like thin. Some people like extra cheese, some people like white pizza. Some people like crusts, and some people throw them back into the pizza box like a chicken bone you just finished sucking clean. I do not understand the people that do the latter. Pizza crusts are like free bread sticks. Why would you not want to eat a free bread stick? These Pizza Wheels we have going on today are amazing. Why you ask? Because there is crust ALL THE WAY AROUND, so you get crust in EVERY single bite. The cornmeal in this recipe ensures your crust is crispy and delicious, the way a legit crust should be.

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What are Pizza Wheels?

Pizza pinwheels are a new and fun way to eat pizza! Raw pizza dough is rolled into a 9×12 sheet, then topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. Then the rough is rolled up into a log. After that you simple slice the pizza log and bake the individual slices. Serve with Marinara Sauce and enjoy!

Make Ahead

This Pizza Pinwheel recipe is PERFECT for making ahead.

To make ahead in the refrigerator: Slice pizza wheels as per the recipe, then refrigerate covered, for up to two days. Bake when ready as per the recipe directions.

To freeze ahead: Follow the directions of the recipe, then take the slices and spread them evenly on a baking sheet not touching. Pop them into the freezer and remove when they are fully frozen. Store in a labeled air tight bag in the freezer for up to three months.

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Pizza Dough

We have a great recipe for basic pizza dough. If you don’t want to bother making your own pizza dough, Whole Foods often has pizza dough sold in containers in their prepared food section. Trader Joes also has fresh pizza dough in their prepared food section as well. Some pizza restaurants will also sell pizza dough to you if you ask! They also make boxed pizza dough. Simple Mills makes a Gluten Free Pizza Dough mix.

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Pizza Wheel stuffing Variations

If you don’t like pepperoni, that’s ok! This recipe is SUPER versatile. Here are some delicious alternatives for you to consider:

  • Make a vegetarian version with thinly sliced mushrooms, bell peppers and onions
  • Add fresh garlic and fresh basil
  • Add a thin layer of crumbled sausage
  • Use pesto instead of marinara and then line the dough with thinly sliced tomatoes
  • Make it Hawaiian with thinly sliced ham and finely diced pineapple

Dipping Sauce Variations

We love serving these Pizza wheels with Marinara sauce. Our homemade Marinara Sauce is an easy recipe that is super tasty!

Here are some other equally delicious sauces to serve:

  • Pesto
  • Ranch
  • Garlic Butter
  • Creamy Vodka Sauce
  • Alfredo Sauce
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Serving Suggestions

Here are some recipes that would be great to serve with these pizza wheels:

  • Classic Caesar Salad
  • Creamy Green Goddess Dressing over a Summer Salad
  • Everyday Simple Salad
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning Wedge Salad

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Pizza Wheels

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A delicious recipe for Pizza Pinwheels. Pizza baked into little bite sized slices. Crispy edges, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan. Served with Marinara. This is a delicious and unique appetizer recipe.

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Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pizza dough ½ recipebasic pizza dough
  • cup marinara sauce (plus more for dipping)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ to ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella
  • 24 to 30 thinly sliced pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Place dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to about ⅛ inch thick. (try to get the dough to 9”x12” (or larger if needed)).

  • Spread marinara sauce sparingly over dough and top with oregano and garlic.

  • Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over sauce and finish by topping the dough with the pepperoni. (I like to slightly overlap the pepperoni over one another).

  • Starting at one end, carefully roll dough into a large, tight log and place onto a cutting board, seam side down.

  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  • Remove from refrigerator and cut 1”-1 ½” pinwheels from the log.

  • Dredge one cut side of each pinwheel in the cornmeal until well coated and place (cornmeal side down) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or using a little bit of cooking spray.

  • Sprinkle top of each wheel with a small amount of Parmesan and bake for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown. (in the last 5-7 minutes check the bottoms to make sure they’re not burning).

  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

NOTES

  • *Makes 16-20 Pizza Wheels

Serving: 1g Calories: 219kcal Carbohydrates: 32g Protein: 8g Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 3g Cholesterol: 13mg Sodium: 576mg Potassium: 96mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 4g Vitamin A: 113IU Vitamin C: 1mg Calcium: 62mg Iron: 2mg

CUISINE: Italian-american

KEYWORD: pizza

COURSE: Appetizer, Snack

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  1. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (12)Den M.

    Hello, to confirm the process. You are using 1/2 your pizza dough recipe which would be about 1 1/2 cups flour. You roll it from the long side and cut 1 inch =/- pieces. Does your 16-20 yield get cut from the 12″ piece ? I’m not clear on getting that many pieces from the 12 inch cylinder. Please clarify. Thank you.

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  2. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (13)Amy

    So trying these for this weekend’s Super Bowl party! One quick question…what is the purpose of the cornmeal? Is it to keep the pinwheels from sticking or is it just for texture/a bit of crunch like the bottom crust of a traditional pizza?

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    • Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (14)Jenny Park

      Hi Amy! It’s both! I love a cornmeal crusted pizza for sure, but it will also help prevent some of the cheese and sauce from sticking on burning on the bottom! I hope you enjoy these this weekend!

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  3. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (15)brad

    Bite-sized pizza experience? Come to momma!

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FAQs

Why are my pinwheels soggy? ›

Store any leftover pinwheel sandwiches in an airtight container—but not for too long! Gobbling them up within a day or two is the tastiest option. If you wait any longer, they can get soggy.

How long can you keep pizza pinwheels in the fridge? ›

Notes. These pinwheels will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days and can reheated in the oven or microwave. They can also be frozen after cooking. Allow to cool and then pop into freezer bags.

How many calories are in a pizza pinwheel? ›

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
235Calories
13gFat
16gCarbs
11gProtein
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What do Italians eat for appetizers? ›

Here are the 11 best Italian appetizers ever:
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  • White-bean and Prosciutto Bruschetta. ...
  • Autumn Fritto Misto. ...
  • Potato Focaccia Rolls. ...
  • Grilled Antipasto with Garlicky Bean Dip.
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What are the 6 types of appetizer? ›

They work perfectly to tide you over until your dinner is ready, but they also ensure you're not full when your meal comes.
  • co*cktails. co*cktails are some of the most popular appetizers. ...
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Can you prep pinwheels the night before? ›

Tightly roll up each of the tortillas and wrap each one in foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate the pinwheels overnight. Before serving, slice each roll up into ¼-inch slices. Arrange them on a platter or feed them to your ravenous family as you slice them.

Can I cut pinwheels the night before? ›

Can You Make Pinwheels the Day Before? Yes, you can make pinwheels the day or night before you plan to serve them. If Serving within 1 Day. Store the pinwheels at room temperature, then reheat in the oven.

What kind of knife to cut pinwheels? ›

A serrated knife works the best in cutting through all the layers. We first cut off the ends of the roll (if they are uneven) then slice roll into 12 equal pieces. I find the easiest way to do this is to slice the roll in half, then in half again so you have 4 equal pieces.

Can I still eat pizza rolls if left out overnight? ›

Pizza rolls can sit out in the fridge for up to four days but eating them older than that can increase your risk of contracting foodborne illnesses. They should never sit out longer than two hours.

How do you keep pinwheels from drying out? ›

Problem: The Pinwheels are Drying Out

Pinwheels made too far in advance can become dry or the flavours may not be as vibrant. Solution: If made ahead of time, store the rolls wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator and slice just before serving​​ to keep them fresh on the inside.

What can you serve with pizza pinwheels? ›

The best side dishes to serve with Pizza Rolls are crisp green salad, blooming onion, avocado fries, tater tots, bagel bites, tabasco sauce, garlic bread, coleslaw, roasted vegetables, mozzarella sticks, Italian pasta salad, crispy chicken wings, and caprese skewers.

Is pizza rolls a healthy snack? ›

Ultra-processed foods like pizza rolls contribute to heart disease and diabetes, have negative effects on cognitive functioning and mental health, and cause weight gain and digestive issues. If you want to avoid those—and most certainly you do—scan the ingredient list.

Do pinwheels have carbs? ›

Marketside Italian Style Pinwheel (1 pinwheel) contains 24g total carbs, 18g net carbs, 32g fat, 18g protein, and 460 calories.

What fruit goes good with pizza? ›

In addition to being on team pineapple, I have also enjoyed pizzas topped with cherries, mango, figs, peaches, strawberries, and even apricot. As such, I decided to round up some other tasty pizza recipes that include fruit as one of their toppings.

What dessert goes well with pizza? ›

If you're serving pizza, the Italian bakery is an excellent place to start thinking about dessert. Classic Italian desserts include tiramisu, cannoli, zeppoles, and gelato – perennial choices that provide the perfect ending to a delightful meal.

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