Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls Recipe

These irresistible Italian Pinwheels are a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for holiday parties or any gathering! Flaky crescent roll dough is filled with a savory blend of cheese, pepperoni, and oregano, then baked to golden perfection. Quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious – get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 39.1 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls

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How to Make Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup chopped pepperoni, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 large egg yolk. Mix well.
  3. Separate the Pillsbury Crescent roll dough into 4 rectangles. Gently press perforations to seal.
  4. Spread approximately 3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture evenly onto each rectangle.
  5. Starting from the shortest side, tightly roll up each rectangle.
  6. Pinch the edges to seal the rolls securely.
  7. Cut each roll into 6 slices (24 pinwheels total).
  8. Place the pinwheels, cut-side down, about 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk 1 large egg white until frothy. Brush the egg white over the pinwheels.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

2g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls?

Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls?

Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls has approximately 39.1 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls?

The key ingredients for Easy Italian Pinwheels Pillsbury Crescent Dinner Rolls are Mozzarella Cheese, Pepperoni, Dried Oregano Leaves, Egg Yolk, Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls, Egg White. See the full list with measurements above.

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