Description
Homemade stromboli delivers a delicious Italian-American rolled sandwich packed with savory meats, melted cheeses, and zesty marinara. Crisp golden crust and melted interior create a perfect handheld meal that satisfies hungry diners with classic comfort flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 oz (170 grams) sliced pepperoni
- 6 oz (170 grams) sliced salami or ham
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce (optional, for serving)
- ¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds or Italian seasoning (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: Spread pizza dough on a flour-covered surface, stretching to a 12-15 inch rectangular shape with smooth, even texture.
- Meat Layer: Arrange pepperoni, salami, and ham across dough, leaving a small border around edges for seamless sealing.
- Cheese and Garnish: Distribute mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over meats, then add olives, roasted peppers, and sprinkle Italian seasoning to enhance flavor profile.
- Rolling Technique: Carefully roll dough from the long edge into a compact cylindrical form, maintaining consistent tension and tight configuration.
- Sealing Process: Pinch edges together firmly, folding and tucking end points to prevent filling from escaping during baking.
- Baking Preparation: Place rolled stromboli seam-side down on parchment-lined baking sheet, brush entire surface with egg wash for golden, crisp exterior.
- Optional Garnish: Optionally scatter sesame seeds or additional Italian seasoning for enhanced visual and flavor complexity.
- Baking Cycle: Slide into preheated oven and bake until exterior achieves rich, amber-brown coloration, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Serving Protocol: Rest stromboli for 5-10 minutes to stabilize internal structure, then slice and serve with marinara or pizza sauce for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Prevent Dough Sticking: Generously dust work surface with flour to ensure smooth rolling and easy handling of pizza dough.
- Balance Meat Distribution: Layer meats evenly to guarantee consistent flavor in every slice and prevent thick or thin sections.
- Seal Edges Carefully: Pinch and fold seams tightly to prevent cheese and filling from leaking during baking, maintaining structural integrity.
- Customize Filling Options: Experiment with vegetarian alternatives like roasted vegetables, spinach, or different cheese combinations to suit dietary preferences and tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg