These savory rolls with ham and mozzarella are the perfect solution when you’re craving something tasty but have no time to spare in the kitchen. They are prepared in a flash using a ready-made pizza base, making them ideal for an impromptu aperitif, a savory snack, or a dinner saver that everyone always enjoys, both adults and children.
The melty core of mozzarella and the classic taste of ham pair wonderfully with the bold note of black olives, creating a tasty and soft bite. They’re great hot out of the oven but remain delicious even eaten cold the next day! Come with me as we start to mess around in the kitchen.
Enjoy the recipe, Giusi.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 35 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Savory Rolls with Ham and Mozzarella
- 1 roll of pizza base
- 3.5 oz ham
- 2 oz pizza mozzarella
- to taste black olives
Steps for Savory Rolls with Ham and Mozzarella
Unroll the pizza base on a work surface, keeping its parchment paper underneath.
Cover the entire surface with slices of ham, distributing them carefully.
Cut the pizza mozzarella into very small cubes and sprinkle it over the ham along with the chopped black olives.Start to roll the base from the longest side, trying to tighten it well to create a firm roll.
Cut the cylinder into slices that are no larger than 3/4 inch; this step is crucial, because if they are too thick, they will remain raw inside.Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them.
Bake in a preheated oven at 392°F for about 20-25 minutes, or until you see a nice golden brown exterior.
I hope you like this idea and it solves a last-minute aperitif or snack! It’s one of those “smart” recipes I always keep up my sleeve because with minimal effort, you always make a good impression.
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Storage and Variations
Variations
The beauty of this recipe is that you can use whatever you have in the fridge. Here are some ideas to change the flavor:
If you want a stronger taste, try replacing the ham with speck and add some smoked scamorza cheese.
For a Mediterranean touch, you can use sun-dried tomatoes in oil, well-drained, instead of black olives.
If you prefer a vegetarian version, fill the pizza base with pan-fried spinach (well-drained!) and plenty of Parmesan cheese.
Storage
You can store the rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
To make them crispy again, heat them for a few minutes in the oven or air fryer; avoid the microwave because the mozzarella and the dough will become rubbery.
If you want to stock up, you can freeze them once cooked and cooled; just reheat them in a hot oven directly from frozen to have them as fresh.
