Pizza Roll Breadsticks

Ingredients:

For the Dough (if making homemade):

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Or:

• 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (13–16 oz)
  OR
• 1 ball fresh pizza dough (450 g)

Filling:

• 1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup mini pepperoni or chopped regular pepperoni (optional)
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Garlic Butter Topping:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough (Skip if using store-bought):
   In a bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
   Add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.
   Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
   Cover and let rise for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
3. Prepare the Pizza Roll Breadsticks:
   Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 10×14 inches.
   Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over half of the dough.
   Add pepperoni and Italian seasoning.
   Fold the dough over the filling to create a long, flat rectangle.
   Press edges to seal.
4. Cut and Twist:
   Slice the dough into 10–12 strips.
   Twist each strip gently and place on the baking sheet.
5. Make the Garlic Butter:
   Combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and Parmesan.
   Brush generously over each breadstick.
6. Bake:
   Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7. Serve:
   Brush with additional garlic butter if desired.
   Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch.