Description
Savory “ooey-gooey garlic butter bacon ranch pizza rolls” combine classic comfort flavors in one irresistible bite. Crispy bacon, melted cheese, and zesty ranch sauce promise a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ teaspoon ranch seasoning (or extra garlic powder)
Sauce and Finishing Ingredients:
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by lightly dusting a clean surface with flour to prevent sticking and ensure smooth dough handling.
- Stretch and roll the pizza dough into a thin, even rectangle, maintaining consistent thickness across the surface.
- Layer the dough generously with crispy bacon pieces, distributing them evenly to guarantee a bacon-rich bite in every roll.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning across the bacon, creating a zesty flavor foundation that will permeate the entire dish.
- Carefully spread softened garlic butter over the dough, ensuring complete coverage from edge to edge for maximum flavor infusion.
- Meticulously roll the dough tightly from one long side to the other, creating a compact cylindrical shape with visible layers.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into uniform sections, creating individual pizza rolls of consistent size.
- Arrange the rolls carefully in the prepared baking dish, leaving slight spacing between each to allow for expansion during baking.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, positioning it in the center for even heat distribution.
- Bake until the rolls transform into a golden-brown color with crispy edges, indicating perfect doneness and caramelization.
- Remove from the oven and let the rolls rest briefly, allowing the internal temperature to stabilize before serving.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor profile by using thick-cut bacon for extra crispiness and a more robust taste.
- Swap regular pizza dough with cauliflower or gluten-free crust to accommodate dietary restrictions and create a lighter alternative.
- Sprinkle a blend of cheeses like mozzarella and sharp cheddar for added depth and a more complex cheese experience.
- Allow the pizza rolls to cool for 5-10 minutes after baking to prevent burning and let the cheese set, creating a more manageable and enjoyable eating experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg