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Pizza Roses

Gourmet Pizza Roses: A Fun Twist on Dinner for Date Night

These charming Pizza Roses are a delightful and customizable dish perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 roses
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 lb Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
Sauce
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Any pizza or pasta sauce can work
Filling
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Or provolone or another melting cheese
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Can substitute with cooked veggies
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup Pesto Alternative sauce option
  • 1 cup Chopped Vegetables Like bell peppers or mushrooms

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Spatula

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out your pizza dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
  3. Slice the dough into strips about 2 inches wide.
  4. Spread marinara sauce evenly over each strip of dough, leaving a small border along the edges.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by pepperoni and any additional toppings.
  6. Roll each strip of dough into a tight rose shape, tucking in the edges.
  7. Place each rolled Pizza Rose upright in a greased muffin tin.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  9. Cool for a few minutes before serving with marinara for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roseCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow dough to come to room temperature for easier rolling. Use a thin layer of sauce to prevent sogginess. Let cool briefly before handling.

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