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How to Make Easy Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day: A Fun and Delicious Way to Celebrate Love

Easy Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day

These Easy Pizza Roses for Valentine’s Day are a fun, delicious, and Instagram-worthy way to celebrate love. Made with simple ingredients and bold flavors, they’re comforting, customizable, and perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pizza roses
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 package pre-made pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 24 slices pepperoni or preferred toppings
Seasonings & Add-Ins
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Pastry Brush
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch wide strips, about 8–10 inches long.
  3. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on each strip, leaving a small border on one long edge. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and arrange pepperoni slices on top.
  4. Carefully roll each strip into a tight spiral and place seam-side down into the muffin tin.
  5. Brush tops with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing. Garnish with basil and Parmesan before serving.

Notes

For best results, roll the dough tightly to maintain the rose shape. You can prepare the roses up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking. Add 2–3 extra minutes if baking from cold. Freeze fully cooled roses for up to 2 months and reheat at 375°F until warmed through.