Description
Irresistible cheesy pepperoni crescent twists bring classic Italian-American comfort to your snack table with minimal effort. Crispy, golden-edged pastry spirals packed with melted mozzarella and zesty pepperoni will make you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 packages Pillsbury crescent rolls
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks (cut into 16 pieces)
- 1 package pepperoni
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- Marinara sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal baking environment for the crescent twists.
- Craft a aromatic seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, oregano, and basil in a small mixing bowl, ensuring an even distribution of herbs.
- Whisk the egg thoroughly in a separate bowl, preparing a glossy coating that will enhance the visual appeal of the pastry.
- Carefully unroll the crescent dough, revealing its delicate layers.
- Position a half mozzarella stick at the wide end of each crescent triangle, then layer pepperoni slices on top to create a savory foundation.
- Gently roll the dough from the wide end toward the pointed tip, encasing the cheese and pepperoni within a soft, flaky embrace.
- Arrange the twisted morsels on an ungreased cookie sheet, ensuring slight separation between each piece.
- Generously sprinkle the prepared herb mixture across the surface of each twist, distributing the seasonings evenly.
- Delicately brush the egg wash over the tops of the twists, creating a lustrous golden sheen.
- Transfer the cookie sheet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, watching for a rich, golden-brown transformation.
Notes
- Quick and easy snack perfect for game day or impromptu gatherings with friends and family.
- Minimal ingredients required, making this recipe budget-friendly and simple to whip up in under 30 minutes.
- Mozzarella sticks and pepperoni create a deliciously gooey and savory filling that melts beautifully inside soft crescent dough.
- Herb seasoning blend elevates the basic crescent roll, adding depth of flavor and aromatic Mediterranean-inspired notes.
- Egg wash ensures a gorgeous golden-brown exterior with a shiny, appetizing finish that looks professionally baked.
- Pro tip: Serve immediately after baking for maximum cheese stretch and optimal crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg