Put a new spin on pizza night with these fun pinwheel-like pizza dough discs featuring pepperoni, mozzarella, and spinach!I had an entirely different post scheduled for today, but I made these a few days ago, and I was so excited by how delicious they turned out that I just had to post them right away!

There is nothing super-special about the ingredients, but turning them into twirls really boosted the fun factor. They are so cute, and kids love to eat cute food! Oh, who am I kidding...I am the one who likes to eat cute food!! 🙂

I used whole wheat pizza dough for the extra shot of fiber, and turkey pepperoni to minimize the fat. I also used reduced-fat shredded mozzarella for the same reason. Of course I had sneak a veggie in there, and even though the spinach was not 'hidden', no one minded it at all!

You could use pizza sauce in these if you wanted something closer to pizza, but I skipped it because Thing 2 is not a fan. He really liked these, although requested that next time I make them a little cheesier. We'll see! 🙂

I served these for a Friday night dinner instead of our usual pizza, but they would also be great appetizers at a tailgate party...or any kind of party!

They are also great as after school snacks. I love to make these especially when I know we will need to have dinner later than usual. If you like to get creative with what your kids eat when they get home from school, check out these 30+ after school snack ideas! With this list, you will always have fun and interesting snack ideas on hand!

Thing 2 rating = (4 biscuits out of 5!). He docked me a whole biscuit because he thought I was being skimpy with the cheese. But, honestly, they were cheesy enough for us, and I really try to avoid overdoing cheese so when I make these again I will not be increasing the amount of cheese!

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Pepperoni Twirls

Recipe Author: Kristin

Put a new spin on pizza night with these fun pinwheel-like pizza dough discs featuring pepperoni, mozzarella, and spinach!

4.89 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Course Appetizer, Entree

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 227 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 14 ounces whole wheat pizza dough (I used store bought)
▢ 1 ½ cups reduced fat shredded mozzarella
▢ 40 slices turkey pepperoni
▢ 2 handfuls fresh baby spinach

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the pizza dough into a long oval, approximately 24 inches by 12 inches. I used a little bit of flour on my rolling surface, on the rolling pin, and on my hands to keep the dough from sticking.
14 ounces whole wheat pizza dough
Sprinkle about half of the shredded cheese over the entire area of dough.
1 ½ cups reduced fat shredded mozzarella
Place the pepperoni slices in a single layer over the cheese.
40 slices turkey pepperoni
Spread the baby spinach over the pepperoni slices.
2 handfuls fresh baby spinach
Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the spinach.
Starting from one of the long edges, carefully roll the dough into itself until you have a long log of dough with the toppings inside.
With a very sharp knife, cut the dough width-wise into about 1 inch rings.
Place the rings in a single layer on the baking sheets, then bake for approximately 8 minutes.
Makes about 24 pieces.

Notes

Nutrition information is approximate. Your results may be different due to different brands/products and measuring differences.

Nutrition

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Jessica Keenan

February 08, 2015 at 5:06 pm

These were awesome! I made cheese and spinach for my non-meat eater, and they were so good too! Thank you, Kristin!!

- Kristin King
  
  February 14, 2015 at 9:53 am
  
  Hi Jessica! I am so glad you enjoyed them! And so happy you stopped by, too! You made my day. 🙂 *Hugs!*
  
Teri

January 23, 2014 at 11:13 pm

oh, my gosh, I love these! They would be perfect for my Super Bowl party! We are having a Super Bowl Eats and Treats Linky Party, and I'd love if you would link this, or any other recipe that says "Super Bowl" to you! It can be appetizers, desserts, parties, crafts, sandwiches, anything and as many, as you want. We would love to have you! http://bit.ly/Lvc0q2

- Kristin King
  
  January 25, 2014 at 9:09 pm
  
  Thanks for inviting me! Heading over now to join your party!
  
Cathy

October 31, 2013 at 7:59 pm

Kristen,

These look delicious! Want to include them in the Holiday Roundup? If so, shoot me an email. =)
Thank you for sharing at our TGIF Link Party at A Peek Into My Paradise. Your post will be featured at the TGIF Link Party this week and was pinned to the TGIF Party Board! I can't wait to see what you link up this week! Happy Halloween!
Cathy @ http://apeekintomyparadise.blogspot.com/

- Kristin King
  
  November 01, 2013 at 5:33 pm
  
  Wow, Cathy, thanks so much for the feature! I would love to put them in the Holiday Roundup. Will email you now. Thanks! Have a great weekend!
  
Debi

October 30, 2013 at 5:00 pm

LOVELY! I could just eat, well, most of them!!! Thank you for sharing on Thursday's Treasures, I'm featuring them on Week 110. 😉

- Kristin King
  
  October 31, 2013 at 9:31 am
  
  Oh wow, thanks Debi! I am honored! Will see you at the party this week, too!
  
LydiaF

October 30, 2013 at 8:46 am

These look easy to make and yummy to boot. I'll take Thing 2's rating under advisement 🙂 Thanks for linking up to Tapas Tuesday Social Happy Hour.

Heather

October 29, 2013 at 12:12 pm

These look great! I've done something like this with crescent rolls. I love the hidden veggies! I bet these would freeze really well for a quick snack. Pinned and shared!!! The kids will love them! Going over to follow your social!

- Kristin King
  
  October 31, 2013 at 9:42 am
  
  Thanks, Heather! I think I am following you but will check to make sure! I love the name of your blog! 🙂
  
sarah @ Thank You Honey

October 29, 2013 at 9:00 am

Looks awesome! My little dude will love these! Thank for sharing at Whatever Wednesday on Thank You Honey's! Hope to see you again this week!

Paula W

October 28, 2013 at 3:03 pm

This is such a cute idea. It looks easy too. My husband is going to love these. Thanks for sharing. I'm so glad I found you on "This Momma's Meandering Mondays." Keep it up!!

- Kristin King
  
  October 29, 2013 at 6:38 am
  
  Thanks, Paula! My husband loved them a lot, so hopefully yours will too. Thanks for stopping by!
  
Christie - Food Done Light

October 28, 2013 at 2:52 pm

What a great take on pizza and a fabulous appetizer. It would be great for my Christmas party. Thanks for sharing on Thursdays Treasures. This is a feature.

- Kristin King
  
  October 29, 2013 at 6:37 am
  
  Oh wow, thanks Christie! I really appreciate it! 🙂 I will be sure to stop by!
  
Megan

October 28, 2013 at 2:12 pm

Thanks for sharing this recipe!! It sounds SO YUMMY!! I pinned it and can't wait to make it!

- Kristin King
  
  October 29, 2013 at 6:36 am
  
  Thanks Megan! I appreciate you stopping by!