Description
Football Shaped Pepperoni are the ultimate game day snack that combines fun and flavor in every crunchy bite. These delightful pastries feature a flaky puff pastry filled with zesty pepperoni and gooey mozzarella cheese, all shaped like little footballs for added excitement. Perfect for tailgating or cozy gatherings, they are sure to impress your guests and elevate your football viewing experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 5 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut into football shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
- On half of each shape, place a teaspoon of mozzarella cheese and two pepperoni slices; sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Fold over the dough, seal the edges firmly, and use a fork to crimp them.
- Brush each pastry with an egg wash made from whisking the egg with a tablespoon of water.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg