Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Rollups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring soft pizza dough rolled tightly around gooey mozzarella cheese, brushed generously with a flavorful garlic butter mixture, and baked until golden brown. Perfect for parties or a savory snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 package pizza dough (about 13.8 oz)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature by the time your rollups are ready to bake.
- Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a clean, flat surface to an even thickness, making sure it’s large enough to evenly hold the cheese and be rolled up tightly.
- Add the cheese: Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese all over the rolled-out dough to ensure each rollup is cheesy inside.
- Make the garlic butter: In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter and then mix in the garlic powder, chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This mixture will add rich flavor and moisture.
- Roll and seal: Carefully roll the dough tightly around the cheese, starting from one edge, and pinch the edges to seal the roll so the cheese doesn’t spill out while baking.
- Slice the roll: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into 1-inch thick pieces to form individual rollups.
- Arrange and brush: Place the rollups cut side up in a greased baking dish, spacing them slightly apart, then generously brush the tops with the garlic butter mixture for extra flavor and a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake the rollups in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- If you prefer, substitute mozzarella with another melty cheese like cheddar or fontina.
- Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
- These rollups are best served warm for the gooey cheese effect.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven for crispiness.
