Homemade Pizza Rolls Recipe Totinos Copycat

If you loved grabbing a bag of frozen pizza rolls for an after-school snack, this homemade version will satisfy that same craving with fresher flavor and a crispier finish. Each little pocket is filled with mozzarella, pepperoni, pizza sauce, cream cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, giving you all the best parts of pepperoni pizza in one easy bite.

These air fryer pizza rolls are simple to prepare, fun to eat, and great for busy days. They work well as a quick lunch, a kid-friendly dinner, a party appetizer, or a make-ahead freezer snack. Because the filling is thick and the wrappers seal tightly, they cook quickly without becoming soggy. Serve them with extra pizza sauce, ranch, or garlic butter for dipping.

For more pizza-inspired ideas, try cheesy pizza roll ups, chicken crust pizza, zucchini pizza bites, cottage cheese pizza, pizza waffles, BBQ chicken naan pizza, or homemade bagel bites.

Table of Contents

• What You’ll Need
• Recipe Substitutions & Additions
• Step-by-step Instructions
• Storage Instructions
• Tips For Success
• Recipe FAQs
• Other Pizza Recipes You’ll Love
• Homemade Pizza Rolls Recipe

What You’ll Need

Here are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make crispy homemade pizza rolls in the air fryer:

• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Mozzarella melts into the classic stretchy, gooey center that makes these pizza rolls so satisfying.
• Finely Chopped Pepperoni: Small pieces of pepperoni spread evenly through the filling so every bite has savory pizza flavor.
• Pizza Sauce: A small amount adds tomato flavor without making the filling too loose or watery.
• Cream Cheese: Softened cream cheese helps bind the filling together and keeps it thick enough to stay inside the wrappers.
• Garlic Powder and Italian Seasoning: These seasonings add that familiar pizzeria-style taste.
• Wonton Wrappers: Wonton wrappers crisp up quickly in the air fryer and create a thin, crunchy shell.
• Oil Spray: A generous coating helps the wrappers brown evenly and become crisp.
• Optional Topping: Melted butter, parmesan cheese, and parsley can be brushed on after cooking for extra flavor.

See the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and detailed instructions.

Recipe Substitutions & Additions

• Mozzarella: Use another grated cheese you enjoy, such as a pizza blend or mild cheddar.
• Pepperoni: Replace it with cooked sausage crumbles, cooked ground beef, or finely diced vegetables for a meatless version.
• Pizza Sauce: Marinara sauce can be used in the same amount.
• Cream Cheese: If you prefer not to use cream cheese, replace it with an extra 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella and 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese.

Step-by-step Instructions

STEP 1: In a medium bowl, stir together the shredded mozzarella, finely chopped pepperoni, pizza sauce, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until the filling is thick, creamy, and well combined (Images 1 & 2).

STEP 2: Place one wonton wrapper on a clean work surface. Lightly brush water around all four edges. Brush one horizontal line and one vertical line through the center of the wrapper to divide it into four equal filling sections (Image 3).

STEP 3: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into each section, keeping the filling centered so the edges can seal properly (Image 4).

Tips For Success

• Keep the filling thick. Too much sauce can make the pizza rolls leak while cooking.
• Seal every edge firmly. Press around each filling pocket and pinch the cut edges after slicing.
• Use enough oil spray. This helps the wonton wrappers become golden, crisp, and evenly browned.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches so air can circulate around each pizza roll.
• Let them cool slightly before serving. The filling will be very hot right after cooking.