Pizza Tortilla Rolls

Embrace a burst of Italian-inspired flavors wrapped in a delightful handheld package with Pizza Tortilla Rolls. These taquito-style delights take a playful twist on classic pizza ingredients, resulting in a satisfying treat that’s perfect for all ages. Whether you’re seeking a kid-friendly lunch option, a quick and fuss-free dinner idea, or even a party appetizer with an Italian flair, these rolls are a winning choice. Get ready to relish every bite of this culinary adventure that combines sautéed vegetables, deli ham, pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all rolled up in a warm tortilla.

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 7–8 minutes per batch

Total Time: 29–31 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

For the Filling:

• 1 teaspoon butter
• ½ medium onion, slivered
• ½ red or green bell pepper, julienned
• 4 ounces fresh white mushrooms, chopped

For the Rolls:

• 8 flour tortillas (6- or 7-inch size)
• ½ cup pizza sauce
• 8 thin slices deli ham
• 24 pepperoni slices (about 1½ ounces)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)
• Oil for misting or cooking spray

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Begin by placing the butter, slivered onion, julienned bell pepper, and chopped mushrooms in the air fryer baking pan. Cook at 390°F for 3 minutes. Stir the mixture and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove the pan and set it aside.
2. To assemble the rolls, spread approximately 2 teaspoons of pizza sauce on one half of each tortilla. Place a slice of deli ham and 3 slices of pepperoni on top. Divide the sautéed vegetables evenly among the tortillas and generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over them.
3. Carefully roll up each tortilla, securing them with toothpicks if needed, and lightly mist the rolls with oil.
4. Place 4 of the rolls in the air fryer basket and cook for 4 minutes. Flip the rolls and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, until they are heated through and possess a lovely light brown hue.
5. Repeat step 4 to cook the remaining batch of pizza rolls.

COOK’S TIP:

• To avoid overfilling your rolls, maintain a space of about an inch from the edges of the tortilla all around. Overloading the filling or placing it too close to the edges can result in spillovers during cooking. Although the rolls will still taste delicious, you may lose some filling and create a bit of a mess in your air fryer drawer.

Savor the delectable combination of sautéed vegetables, deli ham, pepperoni, and melted mozzarella cheese in every bite of these Pizza Tortilla Rolls. This handheld delight encapsulates the heartiness of a pizza within a warm tortilla, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal or snack. As you enjoy the harmonious blend of textures and flavors, you’ll find yourself embracing the convenience of a compact, flavor-packed roll that brings together the comfort of Italian cuisine and the ease of handheld eating. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with your favorite dipping sauce, these rolls promise to deliver Italian flavors in a whole new way.