Easy pizza pinwheels that are made with fluffy crescent rolls, marinara and all your favorite pizza toppings. The perfect snack or appetizer that's ready in just 20 minutes!
Optional toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, onions, mushrooms
For dipping: extra marinara or ranch
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Lightly flour a large wooden cutting board. Roll out dough onto the floured surface, pressing seems together as you go.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, to the edges. Top with shredded mozzarella and your choice of pizza toppings.
Roll pizza width-wise (the longest side) and seal the edges. Slice into 1-inch pieces with a sharp serrated knife. Place pinwheels on the prepared cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the middles are cooked through.
Allow to cool for a couple of minutes, then serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
Notes
Dough: For a thicker pinwheel use the Pillsbury pizza dough instead of crescent. You can also use half a batch of homemade pizza dough. Tips:
For larger pinwheels, roll lengthwise (the shortest side). You’ll want to make sure the fillings are the same for the whole pizza if you choose this method.
For a cleaner cut, use a sharp knife and cut slowly. You could also freeze the pinwheel roll for about 10-15 minutes before slicing. This helps preserve their shape!
Variations:
Pepperoni: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni
Veggie: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, chopped veggies of choice
BBQ chicken: BBQ sauce, chicken, mozzarella, red onion
Alfredo: Alfredo or white pizza sauce, mozzarella, chicken