Description
Savory Italian Stromboli rolls delightful layers of cheese, meats, and herbs into a perfect handheld feast. Crispy golden crust and melted filling promise a delicious journey through classic Italian flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) sliced salami
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) sliced ham
Cheeses and Dough:
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
Herbs, Spices, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by warming the oven to 375F (190C) and arranging a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Transform pizza dough into a rectangular canvas, stretching it gently on a flour-dusted surface to approximately 10-14 inches.
- Create a flavor foundation by painting marinara sauce across the dough, maintaining a narrow perimeter for sealing.
- Construct protein layers by carefully arranging salami, pepperoni, and ham in an even distribution.
- Enhance the landscape with a generous cascade of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, blanketing the meats.
- Infuse aromatic dimensions by sprinkling dried oregano, basil, and garlic powder across the surface.
- Execute a precise rolling technique, transforming the rectangular canvas into a compact cylindrical form from the elongated edge.
- Secure the stromboli’s integrity by meticulously pinching and crimping the seams and endpoints.
- Position the rolled creation seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply a golden glaze by brushing beaten egg across the exterior, optionally adorning with sesame seeds.
- Bake in the heated oven for 25-30 minutes until the exterior achieves a rich, amber complexion and cheese melts tantalizingly.
- Allow a brief resting period to stabilize internal temperatures.
- Slice into elegant segments and complement with additional marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Customize the stromboli by swapping traditional meats with vegetarian alternatives like grilled zucchini, roasted bell peppers, or plant-based protein slices for a meat-free version.
- Ensure the dough is rolled evenly and not too thick to prevent undercooked center and achieve a crispy golden-brown exterior with perfectly melted cheese.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like provolone, fontina, or smoked gouda to add depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
- Control moisture by patting deli meats dry with paper towels before layering to prevent soggy stromboli and maintain a crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 960 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg