Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (2024)

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A delicious recipe for Pizza Pinwheels. Pizza baked into little bite sized slices. Crispy edges, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan. Served with Marinara. This is a delicious and unique appetizer recipe.

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These are Pizza Wheels. Pizza Pinwheels are little bite-sized swirls of pizza, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan, served with a marinara dipping sauce. Some people like deep dish, some like thin. Some people like extra cheese, some people like white pizza. Some people like crusts, and some people throw them back into the pizza box like a chicken bone you just finished sucking clean. I do not understand the people that do the latter. Pizza crusts are like free bread sticks. Why would you not want to eat a free bread stick? These Pizza Wheels we have going on today are amazing. Why you ask? Because there is crust ALL THE WAY AROUND, so you get crust in EVERY single bite. The cornmeal in this recipe ensures your crust is crispy and delicious, the way a legit crust should be.

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What are Pizza Wheels?

Pizza pinwheels are a new and fun way to eat pizza! Raw pizza dough is rolled into a 9×12 sheet, then topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. Then the rough is rolled up into a log. After that you simple slice the pizza log and bake the individual slices. Serve with Marinara Sauce and enjoy!

Make Ahead

This Pizza Pinwheel recipe is PERFECT for making ahead.

To make ahead in the refrigerator: Slice pizza wheels as per the recipe, then refrigerate covered, for up to two days. Bake when ready as per the recipe directions.

To freeze ahead: Follow the directions of the recipe, then take the slices and spread them evenly on a baking sheet not touching. Pop them into the freezer and remove when they are fully frozen. Store in a labeled air tight bag in the freezer for up to three months.

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Pizza Dough

We have a great recipe for basic pizza dough. If you don’t want to bother making your own pizza dough, Whole Foods often has pizza dough sold in containers in their prepared food section. Trader Joes also has fresh pizza dough in their prepared food section as well. Some pizza restaurants will also sell pizza dough to you if you ask! They also make boxed pizza dough. Simple Mills makes a Gluten Free Pizza Dough mix.

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Pizza Wheel stuffing Variations

If you don’t like pepperoni, that’s ok! This recipe is SUPER versatile. Here are some delicious alternatives for you to consider:

  • Make a vegetarian version with thinly sliced mushrooms, bell peppers and onions
  • Add fresh garlic and fresh basil
  • Add a thin layer of crumbled sausage
  • Use pesto instead of marinara and then line the dough with thinly sliced tomatoes
  • Make it Hawaiian with thinly sliced ham and finely diced pineapple

Dipping Sauce Variations

We love serving these Pizza wheels with Marinara sauce. Our homemade Marinara Sauce is an easy recipe that is super tasty!

Here are some other equally delicious sauces to serve:

  • Pesto
  • Ranch
  • Garlic Butter
  • Creamy Vodka Sauce
  • Alfredo Sauce
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Serving Suggestions

Here are some recipes that would be great to serve with these pizza wheels:

  • Classic Caesar Salad
  • Creamy Green Goddess Dressing over a Summer Salad
  • Everyday Simple Salad
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning Wedge Salad

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Pizza Wheels

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A delicious recipe for Pizza Pinwheels. Pizza baked into little bite sized slices. Crispy edges, stuffed with pepperoni and topped with Parmesan. Served with Marinara. This is a delicious and unique appetizer recipe.

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Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pizza dough ½ recipebasic pizza dough
  • cup marinara sauce (plus more for dipping)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ to ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella
  • 24 to 30 thinly sliced pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.

  • Place dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to about ⅛ inch thick. (try to get the dough to 9”x12” (or larger if needed)).

  • Spread marinara sauce sparingly over dough and top with oregano and garlic.

  • Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over sauce and finish by topping the dough with the pepperoni. (I like to slightly overlap the pepperoni over one another).

  • Starting at one end, carefully roll dough into a large, tight log and place onto a cutting board, seam side down.

  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  • Remove from refrigerator and cut 1”-1 ½” pinwheels from the log.

  • Dredge one cut side of each pinwheel in the cornmeal until well coated and place (cornmeal side down) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or using a little bit of cooking spray.

  • Sprinkle top of each wheel with a small amount of Parmesan and bake for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown. (in the last 5-7 minutes check the bottoms to make sure they’re not burning).

  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes and serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

NOTES

  • *Makes 16-20 Pizza Wheels

Serving: 1g Calories: 219kcal Carbohydrates: 32g Protein: 8g Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 3g Cholesterol: 13mg Sodium: 576mg Potassium: 96mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 4g Vitamin A: 113IU Vitamin C: 1mg Calcium: 62mg Iron: 2mg

CUISINE: Italian-american

KEYWORD: pizza

COURSE: Appetizer, Snack

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About Teri Lyn Fisher

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  1. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (12)Den M.

    Hello, to confirm the process. You are using 1/2 your pizza dough recipe which would be about 1 1/2 cups flour. You roll it from the long side and cut 1 inch =/- pieces. Does your 16-20 yield get cut from the 12″ piece ? I’m not clear on getting that many pieces from the 12 inch cylinder. Please clarify. Thank you.

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  2. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (13)Amy

    So trying these for this weekend’s Super Bowl party! One quick question…what is the purpose of the cornmeal? Is it to keep the pinwheels from sticking or is it just for texture/a bit of crunch like the bottom crust of a traditional pizza?

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    • Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (14)Jenny Park

      Hi Amy! It’s both! I love a cornmeal crusted pizza for sure, but it will also help prevent some of the cheese and sauce from sticking on burning on the bottom! I hope you enjoy these this weekend!

      Reply

  3. Pizza Wheels or Pizza Pinwheels recipe - a delicious appetizer recipe! (15)brad

    Bite-sized pizza experience? Come to momma!

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FAQs

How long can you keep pizza pinwheels in the fridge? ›

Make-Ahead Notes. Bake your pizza pinwheels up to three days ahead of time, allow to cool, then transfer to an airtight container and place them in the refrigerator. You can freeze them for up to one month too! To warm them, place on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven for 4-5 minutes, then serve.

What is a good appetizer for a pizza party? ›

Mozzarella Sticks, Jalapeno Poppers, Fried Pickles, Onion Rings, Garlic Parmesan Wings, Citrus Ale Wings, Buffalo Chicken Dip Eggrolls, and more! The perfect collection of appetizers for pizza.

How many calories are in a pizza pinwheel? ›

Pizza pinwheels
NutrientUnit
kcal171
fat11g
saturates5g
carbs12g
4 more rows

Can you freeze uncooked pinwheels? ›

You could also try freezing the pinwheels unbaked, but be careful of the grated cheese coming loose. Baking the pinwheels first, then freezing, is the easiest route. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days.

How do you keep pinwheels from drying out? ›

Cover the pinwheels tightly with plastic wrap.

This will prevent the tortillas and the filling from drying out. Dry tortillas can crack when sliced and a dry filling won't be as satisfyingly creamy.

Can you prep pinwheels the night before? ›

Tightly roll up each of the tortillas and wrap each one in foil or plastic wrap; refrigerate the pinwheels overnight. Before serving, slice each roll up into ¼-inch slices. Arrange them on a platter or feed them to your ravenous family as you slice them.

What are the 6 types of appetizer? ›

The Different Types of Appetizers
  • co*cktails. co*cktails are some of the most popular appetizers. ...
  • Hors D'oeuvres. Hors d'oeuvres are immediately different co*cktails in that they can be served hot or cold, and come highly seasoned rather than with co*cktail sauce. ...
  • Canape. ...
  • Relishes & Crudite. ...
  • Salad. ...
  • Soup. ...
  • Chips & Dips.
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What do Italians eat for appetizers? ›

Here are the 11 best Italian appetizers ever:
  • Carbonara Arancini. ...
  • Pan-fried Scamorza with Arugula Salad. ...
  • Bruschetta of Spring Vegetables. ...
  • Bruschetta with Pickled Okra. ...
  • White-bean and Prosciutto Bruschetta. ...
  • Autumn Fritto Misto. ...
  • Potato Focaccia Rolls. ...
  • Grilled Antipasto with Garlicky Bean Dip.
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What do you serve at a homemade pizza party? ›

Cupcakes, cookies, or a birthday cake are all great options to serve alongside pizza. You can also get creative and make dessert pizzas with fruit and chocolate toppings. For a heartier option, consider serving baked potatoes. Set up a potato bar with toppings like cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, chives, and chili.

What can you serve with pizza pinwheels? ›

The best side dishes to serve with Pizza Rolls are crisp green salad, blooming onion, avocado fries, tater tots, bagel bites, tabasco sauce, garlic bread, coleslaw, roasted vegetables, mozzarella sticks, Italian pasta salad, crispy chicken wings, and caprese skewers.

Is pizza rolls a healthy snack? ›

Fast Facts. Classic pizza rolls are high in fat, calories, carbs, sugars, and salt. They're also extremely processed foods that are packed with harmful preservatives like BHA and BHT. According to a dietician, the best option is the most obvious: cut unhealthy snacking entirely.

Do pinwheels have carbs? ›

Marketside Italian Style Pinwheel (1 pinwheel) contains 24g total carbs, 18g net carbs, 32g fat, 18g protein, and 460 calories.

What knife is best for cutting pinwheels? ›

A serrated knife works the best in cutting through all the layers. We first cut off the ends of the roll (if they are uneven) then slice roll into 12 equal pieces. I find the easiest way to do this is to slice the roll in half, then in half again so you have 4 equal pieces. Slice each of these pieces into 3 pinwheels.

How to defrost pizza pinwheels? ›

From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot. From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes until piping hot.

How long do pinwheels need to be refrigerated before cutting? ›

You can make these the day before you're ready to serve them and keep them wrapped, whole, in the fridge for at least 4 hours or up to 24. Just before serving, slice each tortilla pinwheel in 1/2- to 3/4-inch rounds and arrange on serving plate.

Will pizza rolls go bad in the fridge? ›

In this list, food guidelines say it's possible to refrigerate leftover pizza rolls for three to four days. This applies to a fridge with a 40°F and below temperature. Meanwhile, the shelf life of frozen rolls is one to two months when kept at 0°F or below!

Do pizza rolls stay good in the fridge? ›

Best Way to Store Pizza Rolls

To reheat, simply reheat the frozen pizza rolls in the oven at 350 degrees F for 20 to 30 minutes. Pizza rolls can sit out in the fridge for up to four days but eating them older than that can increase your risk of contracting foodborne illnesses.

How long are pinwheels good? ›

These will keep for up to four days in the refrigerator once they're made. You can also freeze pinwheels for up to two months.

Can I use pizza dough that's been in the fridge for a week? ›

Generally, fresh pizza dough will last about 3-5 days in the fridge. If you are concerned that yours has gone bad, pay attention to its scent and texture. If there is a sour smell to your dough, there is a chance that it has over-fermented and is no longer usable.

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