Description
This Homemade Italian Stromboli is a delicious, golden-brown rolled pizza filled with layers of cheese, cured meats, and Italian herbs. It’s crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and perfect for a family dinner, game day, or party appetizer. Serve it with marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy this Italian-American classic!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough (or use pre-made pizza dough):
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- ¾ cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Filling:
- ½ cup marinara sauce (optional)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup provolone cheese, sliced
- ½ cup pepperoni slices
- ½ cup salami slices
- ½ cup ham slices
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For Topping:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp dried oregano
Instructions
Make the Dough (Skip if using store-bought dough):
- In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil, then knead for 8 minutes until smooth.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Assemble the Stromboli:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce (if using), leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Layer mozzarella, provolone, pepperoni, salami, and ham evenly.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
Roll & Bake:
- Carefully roll the dough from the long side, tucking the edges to seal.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash, then sprinkle Parmesan and oregano.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve with marinara sauce.
Notes
- Make It Spicy: Add spicy capicola or banana peppers for extra heat.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- Freezing: Freeze unbaked Stromboli for up to 3 months; bake directly from frozen, adding 5-7 minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1-hour rise time if making dough)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Italian Stromboli, pizza roll, easy Stromboli recipe, homemade stuffed bread, game day food