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Home » Recipes » Vegetarian » Pizza rolls with basil, sundried tomatoes and garlic butter

Pizza rolls with basil, sundried tomatoes and garlic butter

November 6, 2014 by Alida Ryder 12 Comments

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Easy, cheesy pizza rolls stuffed with fresh basil, sundried tomatoes and melty mozzarella brushed with garlic butter make the ultimate snack.

Pizza rolls with sundried tomatoes, basil and garlic butter

Yup, this is happening. I really did just take a brioche-like dough, filled it with fresh basil, sun dried tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. And then when the rolls were golden brown and the cheese was perfectly oozy, I brushed them with garlic butter. Phwoar.

As a recipe developer there are many times when I feel like my mojo has just left me and I need to make peace with it but then something small starts brewing in the back of my mind and that something turns into an idea and then I just roll with it. This recipe is one of those. Taking something as much-loved as a pizza and turning it into a simple bun was an idea that came to me when I wanted to develop a savory version of a cinnamon roll. I played around with filling the brioche-like dough with garlic butter and cheese but eventually settled on this filling. It was only after I had eaten one that I realized that these were pretty much a simple Margarita pizza, just rolled up.

You could of course add other ingredients like bacon (!!), chorizo cubes, sautéed mushrooms or onions. Heck, you could even make them in your favorite pizza flavour. Hawaiian pizza rolls, anyone? Yes please! I think these are a great option for lunch boxes, easy lunches or a decadent snack.

Pizza rolls with sundried tomatoes, basil and garlic butter

How to make pizza rolls

If making your own dough, follow the recipe below. Alternatively use store-bought pizza dough. Place the dough onto a floured surface and roll into a large rectangle. Top with chopped sun-dried tomatoes, grated or shredded mozzarella cheese and basil. Roll the dough into a tight roll. Slice into 5cm (approximately 2 inch) rolls. Place the rolls into a baking dish lined with parchment paper and allow to rise for 30 minutes. Top with more mozzarella (optional) and place in the oven. Allow to bake until the rolls are golden brown and risen.

Melt the butter, lemon juice and garlic together. Remove the rolls from the oven  and brush with the garlic butter. Allow to cool for 10 minutes then serve.

Pizza rolls with sundried tomatoes, basil and garlic butter

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Pizza rolls with sundried tomatoes, basil and garlic butter

Pizza rolls with sundried tomatoes, basil and garlic butter

Pizza rolls with basil, sundried tomatoes and garlic butter

Easy, cheesy pizza rolls stuffed with fresh basil, sundried tomatoes and melty mozzarella brushed with garlic butter make the ultimate snack. Allow 1-2 hours rising time for the dough.
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Course: Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy pizza, Margarita pizza, Pizza rolls
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 rolls
Calories: 289kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

for the dough

  • 250 ml 1 cup full cream milk, warmed
  • 10 g 2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 500 g 4 cups white bread (strong) flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt

for the filling

  • 1 cup sundried tomatoes in oil drained and finely chopped
  • 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
  • large handful fresh basil torn
  • salt & pepper

for the garlic butter

  • 100 g butter
  • 3 garlic cloves crushed
  • squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Combine the warmed milk, yeast and sugar in the bowl of a freestanding mixer and allow to stand for 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in the eggs then with the mixer running, add the flour and salt and allow to mix for 5 minutes until well combined.
  • Remove from the bowl and turn out onto a floured surface.
  • Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until you have a sticky, elastic dough.
  • Place in an oiled bowl and cover with cling wrap. Allow to rise for 1-2 hours until the dough has doubled in volume.
  • Line an oven proof casserole dish with baking paper.
  • When the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface then sprinkle over the sundried tomatoes, cheese and basil. Season to taste then roll up, lengthwise.
  • With a serrated knife, slice the roll into rolls around 3cm wide. Place the rolls in the prepared casserole dish and allow to rise for 30 minutes while the oven pre-heats to 180°c.
  • Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • In the meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan/pan with the garlic and lemon juice.
  • When the rolls are cooked, remove them from the oven and brush with the garlic butter.
  • Allow to cool slightly then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 455mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 3mg

 

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  1. Simone

    January 21, 2016 at 11:58 AM

    Hi Alida,

    Suppose this is a silly question but can you use this dough to make regular pizza as well?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      January 27, 2016 at 8:40 AM

      Hi Simone, not a silly question at all! Actually, this dough is more bready in consistency so I’m not sure it will make the best pizza, unless you like a thicker crust.

      Reply
  2. Alida Ryder

    January 21, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    I suppose you could, I’ve never tried it before though. Let me know how it turns out if you try it.

    Reply
  3. Bridie

    January 17, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    Would you be able to freeze these? planning on making them ahead of time…

    Reply
  4. tami

    November 6, 2014 at 8:24 PM

    Could you use this same dough for a sweet version? Thanks and your recipes are amazing!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 6, 2014 at 9:33 PM

      You could, but I would rather use this dough I used for my sticky cinnamon buns: http://simply-delicious-food.com/2014/08/21/sticky-cinnamon-buns-pecan-nuts/

      Reply
  5. HalfBakedHarvest

    November 6, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    Wow do these look so good! The are a perfect holiday snack!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 6, 2014 at 5:09 PM

      Thanks T! I think so too!

      Reply
  6. Warm Vanilla Sugar

    November 6, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    I think I love you….this is the best recipe I’ve seen all day!!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      November 6, 2014 at 5:08 PM

      Well, I love you too. (Can you tell I’m easy..) Thanks! x

      Reply

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