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Healthy Valentine's Day Pizza Roses

Celebrate Valentine's Day with these delightful and fun pizza roses made healthier by baking instead of frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough and Sauce
  • 1 pound pizza dough Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup pizza sauce Your favorite brand
Cheese and Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Use reduced-fat for a healthier option
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni Feel free to substitute with other toppings
  • to taste Fresh basil leaves For garnish
  • to taste Salt and pepper For additional flavor
Brushing
  • as needed Olive oil For brushing on the pizza roses

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll the pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/4-inch thick.
  3. Cut the dough into strips that are 2 inches wide and 8–10 inches long.
  4. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on each strip, leaving some clear space at the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the strips.
  6. Lay the pepperoni slices along one edge, making sure half of each slice hangs over the dough.
  7. Roll each strip tightly to create a rose shape. Pinch the bottoms to secure them.
Baking
  1. Place the pizza roses on the baking sheet. Brush them with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Bake in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the pepperoni looks crispy.

Notes

Leftover pizza roses can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.