Every Wednesday, I share a new Good Stuff Simple Swap—one simple change that helps clean up your everyday eats without overhauling your whole pantry. You can find all the swaps here!
Sometimes you just need a quick, easy snack for the kids (or yourself!), and pizza rolls are one of those things that always hit the spot. No shame in that!
The Problem with the “Standard” Roll
The truth is, those classic frozen pizza rolls we grew up on often come with a pretty long list of ingredients that don’t fit into a “Real Food” lifestyle. We’re talking bleached flour, hydrogenated oils, preservatives, artificial colors, and pepperoni processed with nitrates.
The Simple Swap: Cleaner Frozen Pizza Bites
Healthier pizza rolls to the rescue! You can still have that crispy, cheesy snack without the inflammatory oils and synthetic dyes. My two favorite “Simple Swaps” are Brazi Bites and Snow Days.
Why these are a “Good Stuff” win:
- Better Flours: Instead of bleached wheat, these use cassava flour (Snow Days) or tapioca flour(Brazi)-making them naturally gluten-free and easier on the gut!
- Simple Ingredients: You can actually read and recognize everything on the label.
- Cleaner Protein: They use uncured pepperoni, which means no added nitrates.
- No Junk: You won’t find artificial colors, flavors, or MSG here.
Where to Find Them:
- Brazi Bites: These are the easiest to find! I grab them at Costco, Kroger, Walmart, and they even pop up at Aldi sometimes. There are tons of flavors, and honestly, we haven’t found one we don’t like.
- Snow Days: These have arguably the best ingredient list, but they can be a bit harder to find. Check the natural freezer section at Kroger!
- Online: You can find them on Amazon, but keep in mind you’re often paying a premium for cold shipping.
Good Stuff Tip: Homemade pizza bites are always amazing, but let’s be honest—sometimes life calls for something fast you can pull from the freezer. That’s where these feel like a win: same fun snack, way less junk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these considered “healthy” or just “healthier”?
We like to call these a “Better Than” option! The quality of the fats and flours is a massive upgrade from the traditional version!
How do they taste compared to the original?
The crust is slightly different because of the grain-free flours (Brazi Bites have a delicious, slightly chewy Brazilian cheese bread texture), but they satisfy that pizza craving perfectly. My kids love them!
Can I make these in the air fryer?
Yes! In fact, that’s the best way to get that “Good Stuff” crunch- they come out perfect every time.
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