Description
Crispy, golden egg rolls stuffed with gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and classic pizza sauce — a fun, handheld twist on pizza that’s perfect for parties, game day, or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (plus more for dipping)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional: chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, chopped pepperoni, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you (diamond shape).
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the cheese-pepperoni mixture in the center of the wrapper.
- Top with 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce.
- Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold in the left and right corners, and roll tightly, sealing the final corner with a dab of water.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- In a deep skillet or pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place 3-4 egg rolls into the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Serve warm with additional pizza sauce for dipping. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake the egg rolls at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes, brushing with oil, until crispy. You can also add cooked Italian sausage or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 12g