Crescent Roll Southwest Pizza Dippers

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Looking for a delicious and easy way to make Southwest pizza dippers? Look no further than this crescent roll ring! This dish is super easy to make, and you can cut it into pieces so everyone can enjoy it. Everyone will love helping you make this tasty treat, especially when they get to do the taste test.

pizza ring with parsley on top and bowl of sauce in center

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Southwest Pizza Dippers
What Goes With Pizza Dippers?
Ingredients
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How to Make Southwest Pizza Dippers
Frequently Asked Questions
More Easy Pizza Recipes
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Southwest Pizza Dippers

These pizza dippers are the perfect way to get your fix when you are craving those southwest flavors. They’re easy to make and even easier to eat. You’ll love the combination of flavors – from the savory filling to the creamy cheese.

Serve these at your next party and watch them disappear in minutes or make them for a delicious dinner. Everyone will love this unique take on a classic dish. And you’ll love how simple it is to put together.

These southwest pizza dippers are super easy to make. All you need is some crescent rolls, southwestern-style filling, and cheese. Then, you just bake them until they’re golden brown and bubbly.

If you want something a bit more traditional, then you might enjoy this cheese and meat stromboli instead. Another great easy semi-homemade pizza idea that kids are sure to love.

half a pizza ring laying on black plate by loose tomatoes

What Goes With Pizza Dippers?

Pizza dippers are always a hit, but what do you serve with them? When it comes to dipping these southwest pizza dippers, I love using something like a simple marinara sauce or a ranch dressing. I also love to dip them in queso or medium salsa. Add a side of guacamole or avocado to make it perfect.

I love eating these just as they are. However, I love making it a full meal. I love to serve these pizza dippers with a salad on the side or a light soup. This makes it a complete and satisfying meal.

stacked southwest pizza dippers on white plate

Ingredients

8-count can of crescent rolls (or pizza dough)
1 cup pasta sauce
1 cup corn
½ cup red beans
1 cup cooked Italian sausage or salami slices
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
¼ cup fresh chopped parsley

pizza sauce on white bowl in center of pizza ring

Handy Kitchen Tools

round black plate of southwest pizza dippers on light wood table

How to Make Southwest Pizza Dippers

Start by lining your pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper, then preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.

On the prepared baking sheet, unroll the pizza dough into a circle, or unroll and arrange the crescent roll dough into a circle with the pointed end facing outwards so the wide edges are touching in the circle.

Now, add a plate to the center of the pizza dough if using it, this will help you make the ring shape easier.

Then, spread the pasta or pizza sauce around the ring of dough evenly.

spoon spreading sauce around pizza dough on baking sheet

Top the sauce with the cooked sausage or sliced salami, drained corn, and drained beans.

corn being put on pizza dough on sheet pan

Then, spread the two kinds of cheese over the top of the fillings covering them well.

Now, remove the bowl from the middle, and slice the center dough into triangles. Then, fold these over to meet the other side and crimp to seal. If using crescent rolls, you will fold from the outside inward.

The dough will not cover all of the toppings. You will see them between each strip of dough. This is what you want.

Whisk the egg to create a simple egg wash then brush it over the top of the dough. Sprinkle it with sesame seeds.

Bake for 20 minutes or until it is golden brown on top and cooked through.

Serve garnished with parsley and additional pasta sauce for dipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Can I Use Instead of Crescent Rolls?

While crescent rolls are my favorite way to make these dippers, you can use other types of dough. Pizza dough or even pre-made biscuit dough would work well. Just make sure to roll it out so it’s thin enough to wrap around the filling.

In the video of this recipe, you will see how to make it with round pizza dough. Super easy and just as delicious!

What Other Fillings Could I Use?

While I love the southwest style filling, you could use other types of fillings as well. You could use a classic pizza sauce and pepperoni or sausage. Or, you could get creative and use a barbecue chicken filling or a buffalo chicken filling. I also love making pizza dippers with spinach and artichoke filling.

Get creative and change things out as you see fit. You could even replace the sausage in this with some taco seasoned ground beef!

Can I Make These Ahead of Time?

Yes! You can make these ahead of time and then bake them when you’re ready to eat. I love to make a batch of these and eat them over a few days. They reheat well and make a great quick meal.

When you want to make them ahead of time, just follow the instructions up until you bake them. Then, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them. Once they’re frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer bag. When you’re ready to eat them, bake them or reheat them in the oven.

Can Crescent Roll Pizza Be Frozen?

Yes! These crescent roll pizza dippers can be frozen. Just follow the instructions above and then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them. Once they’re frozen, you can transfer them to a freezer bag. When you’re ready to eat them, bake them straight from the freezer. They might need a few extra minutes in the oven.

More Easy Pizza Recipes

Pizza is one of, if not the most, popular food around. Kids and adults both love the crust covered in sauce, cheese, and their own favorite toppings. If you want more pizza-inspired ideas for your menu, check out the recipes below. Make sure that you bookmark them, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest to make them soon!

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Yield: 6

Crescent Roll Southwest Pizza Dippers

Crescent roll Southwest pizza dippers are a fun spin on a classic that is packed with flavor and the ideal weeknight dinner that is kid-friendly!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

8-count can of crescent rolls (or pizza dough)
1 cup pasta sauce
1 cup corn, rinsed and drained
½ cup kidney beans, rinsed and drained (or black beans)
1 cup cooked Italian sausage or salami slices
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
¼ cup fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the crescent roll or pizza dough into a circle onto the baking sheet. If using pizza dough, place a bowl over the middle of the dough before the next steps.
Spread the dough with pasta sauce.
Then sprinkle the corn, kidney beans, and sausage over the top of the sauce.
Top with the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Now, if using pizza dough, remove the plate, and then cut the center dough ring into triangles and fold them over and seal them against the outer edge of the dough ring. If using crescent roll dough, pull the sides over to create the "ring" shape tucking the edges together to seal.
Whisk the egg in a small bowl, then brush the top of the dough with the egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and the dough is cooked through.
Serve garnished with parsley and additional pasta sauce for dipping.