Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Crispy 4 ingredient cheese and bacon rolls are the ultimate quick appetizer. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting them perfectly crispy every time. The warm, melty cheese and smoky bacon in these rolls will make your family beg for more. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Pizza and Mafaldine Pasta Limone with Broccoli.
Why This Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside
- Only 4 ingredients needed
- Better than takeout and so easy to make
- Perfect for game nights or parties
What You'll Need for Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
- 8 slices bacon
- 8 slices deli cheese
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- Garlic powder
- Optional: Parsley for garnish
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Pizza dough: Use refrigerated pizza dough for ease. You can also use homemade or frozen dough.
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How to Make Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
- Prepare the bacon: Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the dough: Unroll the pizza dough and press it flat. Sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a slice of cheese and a slice of bacon on each piece of dough. Roll up tightly and place seam side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
- Pro tip: For extra crispy rolls, brush the dough with a little olive oil before adding the cheese and bacon.
- Common mistake and fix: If your rolls are not crispy, try baking them on a lower rack in your oven. If they're burning, try baking them on a higher rack.
- Pro tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the dough before rolling.
- Pro tip: To make these ahead, assemble the rolls and refrigerate until ready to bake. Then bake as directed.
Storing & Reheating Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated until ready to bake.
Freezing Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. Note that this may make the rolls soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add some sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the deli cheese for shredded cheese or even cream cheese for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not crispy, try baking them on a lower rack in your oven. If they're burning, try baking them on a higher rack.
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Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
- 8 slices bacon
- 8 slices deli cheese
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
Seasonings
- Garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the bacon: Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the dough: Unroll the pizza dough and press it flat. Sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a slice of cheese and a slice of bacon on each piece of dough. Roll up tightly and place seam side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add some sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the deli cheese for shredded cheese or even cream cheese for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your rolls are not crispy, try baking them on a lower rack in your oven. If they're burning, try baking them on a higher rack.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. Note that this may make the rolls soggy.
- Make ahead: These rolls can be made ahead and frozen or refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls FAQs
Yes, you can assemble the rolls and refrigerate them until ready to bake. Then bake as directed.
If your rolls are not crispy, try baking them on a lower rack in your oven. If they're burning, try baking them on a higher rack.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked rolls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
Yes, you can cook these in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
You can substitute the deli cheese for shredded cheese or even cream cheese for a different flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy 4 Ingredient Cheese and Bacon Rolls and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
