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Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day

Irresistibly Easy Pizza Roses for a Romantic Valentine’s Day

Delightful Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day, perfect for a romantic evening.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 roses
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Rolling Pin
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 package pizza dough Store-bought or homemade

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup marinara sauce Or swap for pesto

For the Cheese

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Or try fontina

For the Fillings

  • 1 cup pepperoni Use cooked sausage or veggies for a vegetarian option

Optional Flavor Enhancements

  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Dried oregano or fresh basil
  • 1 cup cheese variations Mix cheddar or gouda for unique flavors

Instructions
 

How to Make Pizza Roses

  • Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/8 inch thick.
  • Slice the dough into long rectangular strips (about 2 inches wide).
  • Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on each strip, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and place pepperoni on top.
  • Starting from one end, roll each strip into a rose shape and pinch the bottom.
  • Place the formed roses in a muffin tin and bake at 375°F for about 12-15 minutes.
  • Let the pizza roses cool slightly before serving, optionally garnish with fresh basil.

Notes

These Pizza Roses are customizable; feel free to mix fillings to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roseCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Appetizers, customizable dishes, easy recipes, Pizza Roses, romantic dinner, Valentine’s Day
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