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Tasty Pizza Pinwheels Kids Love Easy Homemade Lunch Recipe

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These pizza pinwheels are a quick, kid-friendly homemade lunch option featuring crescent dough, cheese, and marinara sauce rolled into cheesy, flavorful spirals. Perfect for busy school days or casual family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough (about 8 oz / 226 g)
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce (60 ml)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (100 g)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (50 g)
  • About 20 pepperoni slices (optional, cut into smaller pieces)
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Fresh basil or oregano for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Open the crescent roll dough and unroll it onto a clean surface. Press perforations together to form one solid sheet. Use a rolling pin to flatten the dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness.
  3. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) border around the edges.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the sauce. Add pepperoni slices if using. Sprinkle dried Italian seasoning over the top.
  5. Starting from the long edge closest to you, roll the dough into a tight log, keeping it uniform in thickness.
  6. Slice the roll into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rounds to make 8 to 10 pinwheels.
  7. Place pinwheels cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  8. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the dough is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or oregano if desired.

Notes

Do not overload the filling to avoid soggy dough. Press dough seams firmly to prevent leaks. Chilling the rolled log before slicing can help with cleaner cuts. Brush with olive oil or melted butter for a golden crust. Tent with foil if cheese browns too fast. Can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. Freeze unbaked pinwheels for longer storage.

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