cheesy pepperoni croissant rolls (Print Version)

Buttery croissant rolls stuffed with mozzarella, pepperoni, and herbs make for a crowd-pleasing snack.

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 package croissant dough

→ Cheese

02 - 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded

→ Meat

03 - 3 ounces pepperoni slices

→ Seasoned Butter

04 - 2 tablespoons butter, melted
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Unroll croissant dough and separate into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
03 - Place shredded mozzarella cheese in a small bowl and set aside.
04 - Cut pepperoni slices in half to create smaller pieces that fit on each dough triangle.
05 - Melt the butter, then stir in garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil until fully combined.
06 - Brush each croissant dough triangle generously with the seasoned butter mixture.
07 - Place several halved pepperoni slices near the wide end of each triangle. Top each with a heaping tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese.
08 - Carefully roll up each triangle from the wide end to the point, securing cheese and pepperoni inside.
09 - Arrange the rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for expansion.
10 - Brush remaining seasoned butter over the top of each roll.
11 - Bake rolls in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
12 - Remove from oven and cool for several minutes before serving warm.

# Notes:

01 - For best flavor, use freshly shredded mozzarella and high-quality pepperoni.

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