Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza Pinwheels (Printer-Friendly)

Golden pinwheels combine smoky bacon, cheddar, mozzarella, beef, and pizza sauce in each savory bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury crescent rolls

→ Cheese

02 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese

→ Meat

04 - 225 grams lean ground beef, cooked and crumbled
05 - 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

→ Sauce

06 - 1/3 cup thick pizza sauce

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Unroll crescent dough onto a work surface and press seams firmly to form a single rectangle without gaps, ensuring a tight seal for rolling.
02 - Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar followed by mozzarella over entire dough surface, extending cheese to edges for a cohesive layer.
03 - Scatter cooked ground beef and bacon crumbles evenly atop the cheese layer, gently pressing to embed ingredients.
04 - Drizzle or spread the thick pizza sauce over meat and cheese layer, using just enough to add flavor without excess moisture.
05 - Roll the dough tightly into a log, similar to a cinnamon roll, then slice into eight uniform pinwheels with a sharp knife to preserve shape.
06 - Place pinwheel slices spaced apart in a lightly greased baking dish with seams positioned down, allowing room for expansion.
07 - Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 to 20 minutes, until tops are golden brown and cheese is bubbling; monitor closely to prevent overcooking.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Chilling the assembled log for 10 minutes before slicing helps maintain shape if dough is too soft.
02 - Fully crisp bacon prior to adding to ensure optimal texture.
03 - These pinwheels freeze well before or after baking for convenient make-ahead options.

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