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Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day

Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day: Love in Every Bite

Impress your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with delightful Pizza Roses, a comforting yet elegant twist on classic pizza.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Or swap for pesto
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Or substitute with cheddar
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Or use bell peppers for vegetarian option
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil or Oregano For enhancing aroma
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Drizzle before baking for crispiness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the Oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out your pizza dough and cut it into strips about 1-2 inches wide.
  3. Spread marinara sauce over each dough strip, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese and add pepperoni slices.
  4. Roll each strip of dough into a rose shape, tucking in ingredients as you go.
  5. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm with extra marinara on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Keep dough around 1/8 inch thick for best results, and use parchment paper on your baking sheet.

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