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Veggie Pizza Pinwheels

These Veggie Pizza Pinwheels are colorful, cheesy, and full of fresh veggies. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or quick snacks, they are easy to make and loved by kids and adults alike. This recipe works as a party pinwheels recipe, pinwheel sandwiches, or easy pinwheel appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings 12 pinwheels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can pizza dough refrigerated or homemade if you prefer
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 bell pepper small red finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper small green finely chopped
  • 1 small carrot grated
  • 1/4 cup black olives sliced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Roll the Dough

  • Roll the pizza dough into a rectangle about 10 by 12 inches. Stretch gently with hands if needed.

Step 3: Spread the Sauce

  • Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about half an inch at the edges.

Step 4: Layer the Cheese

  • Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar evenly over the sauce.

Step 5: Add the Veggies

  • Add chopped bell peppers, grated carrot, and sliced olives. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top.

Step 6: Roll It Up

  • Roll the dough carefully from the long edge into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal.

Step 7: Slice Into Pinwheels

  • Cut the log into 1-inch thick pinwheels and place cut side up on the baking sheet.

Step 8: Bake

  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until cheese melts and edges are golden brown.

Step 9: Cool and Serve

  • Let the pinwheels cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or cold.

Notes

Tips

  • Prepare dough and veggies the night before for quicker assembly.
  • Slice pinwheels evenly for uniform baking.
  • Pack with a small container of sauce for lunchboxes.
  • Avoid wet toppings like tomatoes until after baking to prevent sogginess.

Variations

  • Add cooked chicken, turkey, or pepperoni for a protein boost.
  • Swap bell peppers and carrots with spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
  • Use gluten-free or store-bought tortillas instead of pizza dough.
  • Freeze unbaked pinwheels on a tray and bake from frozen with extra minutes added.

Meal Prep and Storage

Meal Prep Tips
  • Roll and slice pinwheels in advance and store in the fridge until baking.
  • Make multiple batches with different veggie or cheese combos.
  • Use cookie cutters or a small glass for uniform shapes.
Storage Tips
  • Store baked pinwheels in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in oven or toaster oven to restore crispiness.
  • Freeze unbaked pinwheels for up to 2 months and bake directly from frozen.