Pizza Crescent Rolls

Fluffy homemade crescent rolls stuffed with hearty beefy pizza filling, melty mozzarella cheese, and classic Italian seasonings — perfect for an easy dinner, game night, or weekend treat.

Why I Love These (and Why They’re My Favorite!)

These pizza crescent rolls are one of my absolute favorites because they combine two things I love: the soft, pillowy texture of homemade bread and the savory comfort of a cheesy pizza. The best part? They’re completely customizable — make them kid-friendly with just cheese and sauce or load them up with mushrooms, peppers, and spicy pepperoni for the grown-ups. They’re a fun, hands-on recipe the whole family will enjoy making (and eating!).

Other Filling Ideas

• BBQ Chicken: Shredded chicken + BBQ sauce + cheddar cheese.
• Spinach & Feta: Fresh spinach, feta crumbles, and mozzarella.
• Buffalo Chicken: Shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and Monterey Jack cheese.
• Taco Style: Seasoned ground beef, cheddar, and salsa.
• Veggie Lovers: Mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and olives.

FAQs

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can refrigerate shaped rolls for up to 12 hours before baking. Bring them to room temperature before popping them in the oven.

Q: Can I use store-bought dough?
A: Absolutely. But homemade dough gives you that soft, bakery-style texture you can’t get from a can.

Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: Reheat at 350°F for 8–10 minutes to crisp them up again — avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

Other Recipes You Might Like

• Cheesy Crescent Rolls
• Homemade White Bread
• Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks
• Cinnamon Sugar Twist Bread with Maple Glaze

Jana Rae

Pizza Crescent Rolls

Soft homemade crescent rolls stuffed with beefy pizza filling, mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning. Perfect for dinner, game night, or weekend baking.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Rise Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 rolls

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 290

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Dough (from my Cheesy Crescent Rolls recipe):

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour 450 g
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 packet 7 g active dry yeast
• 1 cup + 1 Tbsp warm milk ~260 g
• ½ stick melted butter ~50 g

For the Filling:

• ½ lb 225 g ground beef
• ½ cup pizza sauce homemade or store-bought
• 1 –1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 20 –24 slices pepperoni
• ½ cup sliced mushrooms optional
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

For Brushing:

• 2 Tbsp melted butter
• Pinch of garlic powder + Italian seasoning

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Method

 

1. Prepare the dough following the steps from my Cheesy Crescent Rolls recipe until the first rise is complete.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
3. Drain excess fat, then stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to let the flavors blend. Set aside to cool slightly.
4. Punch down the dough and divide it into 10–12 equal pieces.
5. Roll each piece into a circle (~¼ inch thick).
6. Place a spoonful of beef mixture in the center, top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and mushrooms if using.
7. Fold into a half-moon, pinch edges to seal, then gently roll into a crescent shape.
8. Place shaped rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely, and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
9. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Brush rolls with melted butter seasoned with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Bake 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
10. Serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

Recipe Notes

• Don’t overfill — it makes sealing the rolls harder.
• You can prep and freeze unbaked rolls for up to 1 month; bake straight from frozen, adding a few minutes to the cook time.
• Works great with leftover meat sauce or chili.