Description
These Cheesy Beef Pizza Roll Ups combine savory beef, mozzarella, and a garlic herb butter swirl for a delicious and easy twist on pizza night. Perfect for a family meal or weekend baking project!
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g (2.25 cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for a soft dough.
- 5g (1 tsp) Instant Yeast: Activates the dough for a good rise.
- 5g (1 tsp) Granulated Sugar: Feeds the yeast and adds subtle sweetness.
- 5g (1 tsp) Salt: Balances flavors and controls yeast.
- 30ml (2 Tbsp) Olive Oil: Adds richness and prevents sticking.
- 150ml (0.63 cup) Warm Water (38 °C/100 °F): Activates the yeast.
- 150g (5 oz) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Melts beautifully for a classic pizza stretch.
- 30g (1 oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Adds salty, umami flavor.
- 100g (3.5 oz) Sliced Spicy Beef: Savory protein with a spicy kick.
- 30g (2 Tbsp) Unsalted Butter, softened: Base for the garlic herb butter.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced: Adds pungent aroma and flavor.
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped: Provides fresh, herbaceous flavor.
- 1 Tbsp Tomato Paste: Adds concentrated tomato flavor to the glaze.
- 1 Tbsp Honey (optional): Adds sweetness and caramelization to the glaze.
- 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional): Adds extra heat to the glaze.
- 2 Tbsp Water: Thins the glaze.
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Activate Dough: Add warm water and olive oil; mix until shaggy.
- Knead Dough: Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Let dough rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.
- Prepare Butter: Combine softened butter, garlic, and parsley.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll dough into a 30×40 cm rectangle.
- Layer Filling: Brush with oil, sprinkle with cheese and beef.
- Butter and Roll: Spread butter, then roll tightly.
- Slice and Arrange: Slice into 2-cm pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake Roll-Ups: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk tomato paste, honey, pepper flakes, and water.
- Glaze and Serve: Brush with glaze and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For best results, use good quality ingredients and don’t overbake the roll-ups. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: pizza, roll ups, beef, cheese, garlic, herb, easy, baking, dinner