Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella

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Easy, handheld pizza bites made with puff pastry, pizza sauce, and melted cheese—perfect for kids and weeknight meals. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 35 minutes pairs sheet puff pastry, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 12 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Unfold thawed puff pastry sheet and cut into 12 equal rectangles (approximately 2x3 inches each) using a pizza cutter.
  2. Step 2: Spread 1/2 cup pizza sauce evenly over each rectangle, leaving a 1/4-inch border; sprinkle each with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/8 tsp salt.
  3. Step 3: Roll each rectangle tightly from the long side to form a pinwheel, then place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sheet puff pastry from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella?

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 Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). 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 Mini Pizza Pinwheels with Tomato and Mozzarella?

American kid friendly 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.

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