Save The smell of pepperoni and melting cheese coming from my tiny apartment kitchen at 11 PM on a Tuesday is something I'll never quite get over. My roommate stumbled out of her bedroom, half-asleep but suddenly very awake, asking what kind of restaurant had opened in our living room. We stood over the stove watching the tortilla transform into this golden, crispy triangle of pure comfort, and I knew I'd stumbled onto something that would rescue many desperate dinner nights.
I made these for a group of skeptical friends during a movie marathon, and by the second wrap, everyone was hovering over the stove demanding to know when their personal crispy creation would be ready. Something about the novelty of folded pizza combined with that satisfying crunch makes people inexplicably happy.
Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas: Large ones give you more surface area for toppings and fold more securely than smaller versions
- 4 tbsp pizza sauce: Tomato passata works beautifully too, just don't overload or the tortilla gets soggy
- 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese: Fresh mozzarella doesn't melt quite as evenly so stick to shredded for that perfect coverage
- Toppings of your choice: Pepperoni, bell peppers, red onion, olives all work beautifully, just slice everything thin so they cook through
- 1 tsp olive oil: Just a light brush helps achieve that restaurant-style golden crust
Instructions
- The Center Cut:
- Lay your tortilla flat and make one straight cut from the exact center to the outer edge this simple cut makes the folding magic possible
- Sauce and Cheese:
- Spread pizza sauce evenly across the entire surface leaving just a small border, then sprinkle mozzarella in a generous layer because cheese is what holds everything together
- Quarter Your Toppings:
- Imagine your tortilla divided into four quarters and arrange different toppings in each section so every bite reveals something new and exciting
- The Fold:
- Start from the cut edge and fold each quarter over the next one until you have a neat triangle with all your delicious layers tucked inside
- Crisp It Up:
- Heat your skillet to medium and place the wrap seam side down, pressing gently with your spatula for about 4 minutes until golden, then flip and repeat
Pin it These have become my go to when I'm cooking for one but want something that feels like a treat. The first time I made them for my mom, she immediately called my grandmother to describe this new invention, and now it's become a regular request at family gatherings.
Making It Your Own
Swap pepperoni for cooked chicken, sautéed mushrooms, or even leftover roasted vegetables. I've made dessert versions with Nutella and strawberries, which somehow works better than it has any right to.
The Perfect Sides
A simple green salad with balsamic vinaigrette cuts through the richness beautifully. Sometimes I serve extra warm marinara on the side for dipping because you can never have enough sauce.
Storage And Reheating
These are best eaten immediately but will keep in the fridge for a day. Reheat them in a dry skillet to restore the crisp rather than using the microwave.
- Wrap cooked ones in foil if you need to transport them somewhere
- Gluten free tortillas work perfectly if that's a concern for you
- The folding technique works equally well for breakfast scrambles
Pin it Hope these bring as much joy to your kitchen as they have to mine over the years.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I fold the tortilla properly?
Make a straight cut from center to edge, then fold each quarter over the next one sequentially until you have a layered triangle.
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
Assemble and freeze uncooked wraps, then cook directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes per side.
- → What temperature should the pan be?
Medium heat works best—hot enough to crisp the tortilla but not burn it before the cheese melts.
- → How do I prevent the tortilla from getting soggy?
Don't overload with sauce, keep toppings thin, and cook immediately after assembling.
- → Can I use corn tortillas instead?
Yes, but flour tortillas fold more easily and become crispier without cracking.