Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe takes everything you love about pizza rolls—melty cheese, rich sauce, and tasty fillings—and adds a bold, crunchy Doritos coating. They’re easy to assemble, bake quickly, and offer a unique flavor profile that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Plus, they’re completely customizable based on your favorite pizza toppings.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Egg roll wrappers
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded or string cheese sticks)
- Pepperoni slices or cooked sausage
- Pizza sauce
- Crushed Doritos (any flavor, nacho cheese works best)
- All-purpose flour and water (for sealing the rolls)
- Oil spray or melted butter (for baking or air frying)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your air fryer.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner facing you.
- Spoon a small amount of pizza sauce onto the center of the wrapper.
- Add cheese and a few slices of pepperoni or your chosen filling.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Seal the edge with a paste made from flour and water.
- Lightly brush or spray the roll with oil or melted butter.
- Roll the prepared pizza roll in crushed Doritos until fully coated.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in the air fryer basket.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 12 pizza rolls.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 12–15 minutes (oven) or 8–10 minutes (air fryer)
Total time: 30–35 minutes
Variations
- Meat Lovers: Use a mix of pepperoni, sausage, and bacon.
- Vegetarian: Fill with mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, and spinach.
- Spicy Kick: Use spicy Doritos and add jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Cheese Explosion: Use a blend of mozzarella, provolone, and cheddar.
- Dipping Sides: Serve with marinara, ranch, or garlic butter.
- Mini Rolls: Use wonton wrappers for bite-sized versions.
Storage/Reheating
Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 4–5 minutes until crisp.
You can also freeze uncooked rolls and bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare and refrigerate them uncooked for up to 24 hours or freeze for longer storage.
Can I use store-bought pizza dough instead of wrappers?
You can, but it won’t be as crisp. Egg roll wrappers give the best texture.
What flavor of Doritos works best?
Nacho cheese is most popular, but Cool Ranch or Spicy Sweet Chili are great for variety.
How do I crush the Doritos?
Use a food processor or place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin.
Can I fry these instead of baking?
Yes, deep fry in oil at 350°F until golden, about 3–4 minutes per roll.
Do I need to seal the rolls?
Yes, sealing with a flour-water paste prevents the filling from leaking during cooking.
What cheeses can I use?
Mozzarella is classic, but any meltable cheese like provolone or Monterey Jack works.
Are they spicy?
Not unless you use spicy Doritos or add hot ingredients. You control the heat level.
Can I use vegan ingredients?
Yes, use vegan cheese, meat substitutes, and plant-based wrappers for a vegan version.
Can I reheat these in the microwave?
You can, but they’ll lose crispiness. Use an oven or air fryer for best results.
Conclusion
Doritos Pizza Rolls are a crispy, cheesy, and flavorful snack that’s perfect for any occasion. With their crunchy Doritos coating and gooey pizza center, they bring fun and flavor in every bite. Quick to make and easy to customize, they’re bound to become a go-to favorite in your snack rotation.
PrintDoritos Pizza Rolls
Crispy, cheesy pizza rolls wrapped in egg roll wrappers, stuffed with gooey pizza fillings, and coated in crushed Doritos for an irresistible crunch. A fun and flavorful snack perfect for parties, game nights, or quick treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes (oven) or 8 minutes (air fryer)
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pizza rolls
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded or string cheese sticks cut into pieces)
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices or cooked sausage
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups crushed Doritos (nacho cheese flavor or your choice)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour + 2 tbsp water (for sealing paste)
- 2 tbsp oil spray or melted butter (for baking or air frying)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare air fryer at 375°F (190°C).
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner facing you.
- Spoon 1 tsp of pizza sauce in the center, then add cheese and pepperoni (or chosen filling).
- Fold the bottom corner over filling, fold in sides, and roll up tightly. Seal with flour-water paste.
- Brush or spray with oil or melted butter.
- Roll each wrapped pizza roll in crushed Doritos until fully coated.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in the air fryer basket.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes (oven) or air fry for 8–10 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use wonton wrappers for bite-sized mini versions.
- Cool Ranch or Spicy Doritos make tasty variations.
- For extra cheesiness, blend mozzarella with cheddar or provolone.
- Deep-fry for 3–4 minutes at 350°F for an even crispier version.
- Serve with marinara, ranch, or garlic butter for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg