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Gluten free pizza pinwheel bites garnished with fresh herbs

Gluten Free Pizza Pinwheels

These savory, flaky rolls combine pizza flavors with a fun pinwheel shape, perfect for gatherings or a comforting weeknight treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 pinwheels
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour blend This blend will create a tender and light base, perfect for rolling and filling.
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum Essential for binding, unless your flour blend already contains it.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder This gives the dough a wonderful lift.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances the flavors throughout the dish.
  • 1.5 cups nonfat plain Greek-style yogurt Adds moisture and richness, while also providing a protein boost.
  • 1/4 cup lukewarm water Helps adjust the dough consistency as needed.
  • 1 egg Egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon water, beaten) This gives the pinwheels the golden finish we all love.
Filling Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Simple Tomato Sauce The base for your filling; feel free to use your favorite sauce!
  • 2 ounces miniature pepperoni pieces Optional for that classic pizza flavor.
  • 6 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese (shredded) Melts beautifully for gooey texture.
  • 2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (shredded) Offers a slight nutty flavor that complements the mozzarella.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin and set it aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour blend, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the yogurt and 2 tablespoons of water to the dry mix. Stir until the dough holds together. If dry, add another tablespoon of water.
  4. Divide the dough into two equal portions, covering one half with plastic wrap.
  5. On a flat work surface lightly sprinkled with gluten-free flour, roll out the first portion of dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
  6. Fold the dough over on itself at least once, then roll again to ensure a smooth texture.
  7. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 10-inches long by 8-inches wide, dusting with flour as necessary.
  8. Spread half of the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  9. Add half of the pepperoni, half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano, and the mozzarella cheese, pressing fillings down slightly.
  10. Starting from one short end, roll the dough tightly into a coil and slice it into 6 equal portions.
  11. Place each pinwheel cut side up in the prepared muffin tin, pressing them lightly into their wells.
  12. Repeat with the second half of the dough and remaining filling ingredients.
  13. Brush the tops and sides of each pinwheel with the egg wash.
Baking
  1. Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for about 22 minutes, or until the pinwheels are firm and golden brown, with bubbling cheese.
  2. Allow the pinwheels to cool slightly before serving them warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding Italian herbs like oregano or basil into the dough mixture. Store pinwheels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freezing is also an option before baking.