Crispy and gooey air fryer pizza rolls with mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian herbs, perfect for snacks.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (14 oz)
02 - All-purpose flour, for dusting
→ Filling
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (120 g)
04 - 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices (60 g), optional or substitute with diced bell peppers
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
# Method:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 5 minutes.
02 - Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 12 x 10-inch rectangle.
03 - Evenly spread pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni or vegetables, and Italian herbs evenly over the sauce.
05 - Starting from a long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam to seal.
06 - Cut the dough log into 24 even pieces using a sharp knife.
07 - Brush the cut sides of each roll lightly with beaten egg to help seal.
08 - Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil.
09 - Place pizza rolls in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between them; cook in batches if necessary.
10 - Brush the tops of the rolls with additional beaten egg for a golden finish.
11 - Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
12 - Allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving with extra pizza sauce.
