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Pizza Roses Recipe

Prep Time20 minutes
Baking Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry thawed if frozen—don’t skip this or you’ll cry
  • 4 –6 slices of ham or turkey, chicken, or vegan deli slices if you’re fancy
  • 6 –8 slices of cheese mozzarella works best, but cheddar is fine
  • Tomato sauce about ½ cup (homemade, jarred, or “I dumped ketchup in a bowl” works)
  • 1 egg beaten (for brushing—makes things golden and bougie)
  • Oregano or Italian herbs optional (a little sprinkle makes it feel chef-y)
  • Optional extras for flair:
  • Sliced bell peppers mushrooms, or spinach for veggie lovers
  • Chili flakes if you like it spicy
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Prep your puff pastry. Roll it out lightly on a floured surface. Slice into 6 strips, about 2 inches wide. Don’t overthink perfection—rustic is cute.
  • Layer your fillings. On each strip, slightly overlap slices of cheese and ham. If you’re going veggie, add thin slices of peppers or mushrooms here.
  • Add the sauce. Spoon a little tomato sauce over the layered strip—but don’t drown it. You want a delicate balance, not a pizza soup.
  • Roll ‘em up. Starting from one long side, carefully roll the strip into a spiral. If the cheese pokes out a little, that’s cute. Pizza personality.
  • Place in muffin tin. Put each rose into a greased muffin cup so it keeps its shape while baking.
  • Brush with egg. A light coating of beaten egg gives a golden finish that screams “professional chef vibes.” Sprinkle herbs on top if you’re feeling fancy.
  • Bake! 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until puffed, golden, and smelling like heaven. Don’t walk away completely—your oven is your new best friend.
  • Cool slightly & serve. Let them sit for a few minutes before removing from the tin—no one likes a lava-cheese burn.