Description
Looking for a fun twist on pizza night? These Pizza Burritos are the ultimate mashup of crispy, cheesy, saucy goodness wrapped in a golden tortilla. They’re perfect for quick dinners, snacks, or meal-prep ideas. With familiar pizza flavors packed into a hand-held form, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike. Whether you need an easy dinner idea, food ideas for picky eaters, or a healthy-ish snack with customizable fillings, this recipe has you covered. Think of it as pizza’s more portable, burrito-style cousin—melty, comforting, and totally satisfying.
Ingredients
6 large flour tortillas
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
24 slices pepperoni
¾ cup pizza sauce or marinara
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Lay out tortillas on a flat surface and spread 2–3 tablespoons of sauce on each.
3. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, then layer with 4 slices of pepperoni.
4. Add a pinch of Italian seasoning on top of the fillings.
5. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly like a burrito.
6. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Brush tops with olive oil or melted butter, then sprinkle with Parmesan and extra herbs.
8. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden and crisp.
9. Serve hot with marinara or dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace pepperoni with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to keep the burrito crisp and fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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