Description
These spicy beef pizza roll breadsticks combine the flavors of pizza with the comfort of homemade bread, finished with a fragrant garlic butter drizzle. They’re perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
Ingredients
- 250g (2 cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure for soft, chewy breadsticks.
- 150ml (2/3 cup) Warm Water (110°F/43°C): Activates the yeast for a good rise.
- 7g (1 tsp) Active Dry Yeast: The leavening agent for airy breadsticks.
- 5g (1 tsp) Sugar: Feeds the yeast and enhances flavor.
- 5g (1 tsp) Salt: Controls yeast activity and adds flavor.
- 15ml (1 tbsp) Olive Oil: Adds flavor and keeps the dough pliable.
- 200g (7oz) Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Melts beautifully and provides classic pizza flavor.
- 100g (3½oz) Halal Spicy Beef Pepperoni: Adds a spicy, savory kick.
- 100g (3½oz) Softened Cream Cheese: Creates a smooth, creamy sauce.
- 50g (â…“ cup) Roasted Red Pepper Puree: Adds sweet and smoky flavor to the sauce.
- 5g (1 tbsp) Fresh Basil: Adds a bright, herbaceous note.
- 30ml (2 tbsp) Melted Unsalted Butter: Base for the garlic butter drizzle.
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic: Provides aromatic flavor to the butter.
- Pinch Red Pepper Flakes (Optional): Adds extra heat.
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Activate Yeast: Add warm water and olive oil to dry ingredients; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead for Elasticity: Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Let dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled.
- Prepare Sauce: Blend cream cheese, red pepper puree, and basil.
- Roll Out Dough: Roll dough into a 30x40cm rectangle.
- Layer Flavors: Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with mozzarella, and layer with pepperoni.
- Add Cream Cheese: Drop ribbons of cream cheese mixture across the dough.
- Roll and Seal: Roll dough into a log and pinch seam to seal.
- Cut and Rest: Cut into 2-inch pieces and rest for 20 minutes.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15-18 minutes.
- Garlic Butter Drizzle: Melt butter with garlic.
- Final Touches: Brush with garlic butter, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with basil.
Notes
For a more even rise, ensure the water temperature is correct and the dough is in a warm, draft-free environment. Adjust the spice level to your preference by using more or less pepperoni or adding cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 breadsticks
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg