Description
These Tortilla Pizza Rolls are a fun and easy appetizer or snack perfect for pizza lovers. Soft flour tortillas are layered with pizza sauce, pepperoni slices, and string cheese, then rolled up and air fried to crispy, golden perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make a delicious and convenient treat for parties, lunchboxes, or anytime cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 8 soft taco size flour tortillas
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 6 ounces package of full-size sliced pepperoni (about 80 slices, using 10 slices per pizza roll)
- 8 string cheese sticks, room temperature
- 2–3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Spread sauce: Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce near the bottom of a flour tortilla, leaving a ¼ inch border around the edges to prevent spills.
- Add pepperoni: Lay 10 slices of pepperoni evenly over the pizza sauce layer, covering it completely for the best flavor.
- Place cheese: Position 1 whole string cheese stick on top of the pepperoni in the center of the tortilla to ensure even melting.
- Roll tortilla: Carefully and tightly roll the tortilla upward, starting from the sauce side, to enclose the fillings. Place the rolled tortilla seam side down to keep it sealed. Repeat for all tortillas.
- Prepare air fryer: Remove the basket from the air fryer and lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Leave the basket out and preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 minutes.
- Brush oil: Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the tops of each pizza roll with extra virgin olive oil. This promotes browning and crispiness.
- Air fry rolls: Place 3-4 pizza rolls in the basket, leaving space between them for air circulation. Cook for 9-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm: Remove the pizza rolls carefully, let them cool slightly, and serve while warm for the best melty cheese experience.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover cooked pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Freezing: Freeze uncooked pizza rolls in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before air frying.
- Tortilla warming tip: If tortillas are stiff or cold, microwave for 20-25 seconds to soften before assembling for easier rolling.
- Cheese tip: Using room temperature string cheese helps it melt better, but refrigerated cheese also works.
- Oil substitute: You can substitute vegetable oil for olive oil, but avoid butter as it may burn the tortilla.
Keywords: Tortilla pizza rolls, air fryer pizza rolls, pepperoni pizza rolls, easy pizza snack, party appetizers