Description
Pepperoni stromboli delivers a mouthwatering Italian-American fusion of rolled pizza dough packed with zesty meats and melted cheese. Crispy golden exterior gives way to gooey, spicy layers that will transport your taste buds to flavor paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 1/2 cups (340 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Finishing and Serving:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by dusting a clean surface with flour and stretch the pizza dough into a rectangular shape approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Gently drizzle olive oil across the dough’s surface, then sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly to create a flavorful base layer.
- Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese generously across the dough, ensuring complete coverage while maintaining a clear 1-inch border around the edges.
- Arrange pepperoni slices systematically over the cheese, creating an overlapping pattern for maximum coverage.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pepperoni to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Carefully roll the dough from one long side to the other, tucking and pressing the edges to create a secure seal that prevents ingredients from escaping during baking.
- Transfer the rolled stromboli to a prepared baking sheet, positioning the seam facing downward to maintain structural integrity.
- Brush the exterior with beaten egg, which will help achieve a golden, glossy finish during baking.
- Place in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) and bake for 18-22 minutes until the exterior turns a rich, crispy golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-7 minutes, which helps the internal cheese set and makes slicing easier.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately alongside warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Seal edges carefully to prevent cheese and pepperoni from oozing out during baking, creating a messy result.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like provolone or cheddar for unique flavor profiles and texture variations.
- Let the stromboli rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help it hold its shape and make slicing easier without filling spilling out.
- For a gluten-free version, use cauliflower pizza crust or gluten-free dough as a perfect alternative that maintains the dish’s delicious essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg