Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano
Twisted pizza dough sticks filled with pepperoni and mozzarella, brushed with garlic butter and sprinkled with oregano for a flavorful snack. This italian-inspired snacks ready in about 30 minutes turns pizza dough, sliced pepperoni, shredded mozzarella cheese into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 5 oz sliced pepperoni
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface into a 14x10 inch rectangle.
- Step 2: Evenly scatter 5 oz sliced pepperoni and 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough.
- Step 3: Cut the dough into 12 strips about 1 inch wide. Take each strip, twist it several times, and lay it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 4: In a small saucepan, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp salt, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 5: Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over each twisted strip, ensuring the cheese and pepperoni are well coated.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 7: Remove from the oven and serve warm as a savory snack or appetizer.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Garlic Butter Pepperoni Pizza Twists with Oregano?
Italian snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
