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A white plate overflowing with golden-brown Vegan Pizza Rolls, garnished with fresh parsley and black olive slices, alongside a bowl of marinara dipping sauce.
Layla

Zesty Vegan Pizza Rolls

These irresistible vegan pizza rolls are packed with flavorful plant-based pepperoni, melty dairy-free mozzarella, and rich tomato sauce, all wrapped in a flaky crescent dough and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or party bite!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 32 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Rolls
  • 2 cans Crescent Roll Dough 8 oz each, accidentally vegan (e.g., Pillsbury Original)
  • 1 cup Vegan Mozzarella Shreds finely shredded (e.g., Miyoko's, Violife)
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Pepperoni Slices finely diced (e.g., Yves, Lightlife)
  • 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce thick (or pizza sauce)
  • 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
For the Glaze/Coating
  • 2 tbsp Melted Vegan Butter or olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Parsley optional

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the finely shredded vegan mozzarella, diced vegan pepperoni, 1/2 cup marinara sauce, 1 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Preheat Oven/Air Fryer
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if baking, or spray your air fryer basket with non-stick spray.
Prepare the Dough
  1. Unroll one can of crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Separate the dough into 8 triangles. For smaller rolls, cut each triangle in half lengthwise, creating 16 smaller triangles from one can. Repeat with the second can of dough, yielding 32 small triangles in total.
Assemble the Rolls
  1. Place about 1 teaspoon of the filling mixture onto the wider end of each crescent roll triangle. Roll the dough tightly from the wide end towards the pointed tip, encasing the filling. Pinch the seams and ends firmly to seal the rolls and prevent the filling from oozing out during cooking.
Prepare the Coating
  1. In a small bowl, melt the vegan butter. Stir in 1/4 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp dried parsley (if using).
Cook the Rolls
  1. Oven Method: Arrange the assembled pizza rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each. Brush the tops of the rolls with the garlic butter mixture. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
  2. Air Fryer Method: Arrange a single layer of pizza rolls in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch. Brush with the garlic butter mixture. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary.
Serve
  1. Allow the vegan pizza rolls to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Notes

These pizza rolls are best served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer or oven for best results. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling mixture. Ensure your crescent roll dough is 'accidentally vegan' by checking the ingredient list (many brands like Pillsbury Original are).