Stromboli
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Posted: 08/27/25
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This easy Stromboli recipe is a family-friendly dinner made with pizza dough stuffed with ham, pepperoni, and cheese, then baked to golden perfection and served with marinara sauce for dipping.
We love pizza night in our house and not that my family ever gets tired of it, but it can be fun to try out different recipes. We have started to make stromboli and just like homemade pizza is a must-make dinner in our house, this easy homemade stromboli has become one too. This is a kid-friendly, easy hearty dinner that is always a hit at my house, so if you’re ready to switch up pizza night you have to try this easy Stromboli. I know you’re going to love it!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You can fill your little pizza pocket with any and all of your favorite toppings. Customize it however you want, there are no rules here!
- Stromboli is a fun, family-friendly dinner recipe. Get the whole family involved in the process and have everyone stuff their own stromboli!
- This recipe is super easy. Even if you’re not a skilled cook, you can be a master stromboli creator in just minutes.
I made this over the weekend for my grandkids and myself, we loved it. Thanks for the wonderful recipe.
Ingredients for Stromboli
- Pizza dough – Make your own homemade pizza dough (this makes enough for two stromboli), or simply buy 1 pound of premade dough at the grocery store. Both will work great.
- Butter – Butter makes everything better, and it this recipe you’ll use it on the crust both on the inside and the top to get it golden brown.
- Garlic – Mince your own fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor.
- Mozzarella – Grab a block and shred it yourself for the best results. It gets perfectly melty and oh so gooey. You can also use other cheeses if you want. Provolone cheese works great in stromboli.
- Meat – We did a mixture of ham, salami and pepperoni but any combo will work.
- Egg – Use egg wash to seal the stromboli edges.
- Seasonings – Garlic powder, parmesan cheese and dried parsley. These three simple ingredients add so much flavor to the butter mixture. Brush it on top of the dough and voila, perfection!
Stromboli Filling Ideas
Stromboli is super versatile. You and your family can stuff yours with all of your favorite pizza toppings like:
- Sliced bell peppers
- Sliced mushrooms
- Diced onions
- Spinach
- Cooked bacon
- Cooked Italian sausage
- Sliced olives
- Fresh basil
How to Make Stromboli
Roll out the dough into a rectangle so you can roll it up easily after you layer on the topping.
Next, add your choice of fillings. When you layer the fillings be sure to leave a couple of inches of dough exposed on the two short sides and one of the long edges.
Brush each of those sides with egg wash so that it’s easy to seal the edges together once you roll up the dough with the fillings.
How To Roll The Stromboli
Once you’ve brushed the exposed edges with egg wash you’re ready to roll up your stromboli!
Start with the long end that doesn’t have any egg wash.
Roll it up like you would a jelly roll or cake roll. You want to roll it into itself so when you sliced the baked roll the inside looks like a pinwheel. Be sure to roll it tightly so it stays together.
Wet your fingers and seal the seams by pressing the edge into the roll.
Carefully turn it seam-side down and tuck the ends under the roll to seal them.
Once you’ve rolled it up and sealed it closed you can transfer it to your parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Brush the top of the roll with a mixture of melted butter, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
You will also need to cut vents in the top of the roll. This will allow steam to escape as the stromboli bakes and it just looks pretty, too! Use a serrated knife to cut slits every two inches.
Bake your Stromboli for 25 to 30 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. You know it’s ready when the crust is golden brown.
I like to let mine rest and cool for a few minutes before slicing it. Serve the slices warm with lots of marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Pro Tips
- If you notice your stromboli is browning too quickly, cover it with foil and continue to bake. You can also place your pan in the bottom half of oven away from the heat source.
- Make sure to leave a few inches of dough when adding your fillings. This will ensure you have plenty of space when you roll up the stromboli.
- Don’t be afraid to be adventurous with fillings, spices, herbs, toppings, etc. Any flavor combo will do!
- I like to brush my dough with melted butter and garlic, but you can also brush it with olive oil or a light amount of pizza sauce, too.
Storage and Reheating
Fridge: Store leftover stromboli in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: You can freeze leftovers to eat another time! Wrap individually in plastic wrap before storing them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Leave in the fridge overnight to thaw.
For best results, reheat leftovers in the oven to crisp up the outside crust. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes, or until hot throughout. I bet the air fryer would crisp these up really nicely, too! You can also eat leftover stromboli cold, if you like.
Can I make Stromboli Ahead of Time?
If you want to make this ahead of time you can! Once the dough is rolled up, wrap it in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Before baking brush with butter mixture and place in the preheated oven. Since it is cold you might have to add 5-10 minutes of cooking time.
How To Freeze Unbaked Stromboli
You can definitely freeze unbaked stromboli to bake and enjoy at another time. Simply wrap it up in plastic wrap, then foil, and place it in the freezer. When you are ready to use it, place it in the fridge to thaw before baking. Then bake according to directions. It will be cold at this time so you might have to add 5-10 minutes of baking time.
Another option is to par-bake the Stromboli before placing it in the freezer. After prepping, bake for 5-7 minutes and then cool. Wrap in plastic wrap and then foil. Place it in the freezer. When you are ready to use simply place it in the oven and bake.
How Do You Prevent Stromboli From Getting Soggy?
To prevent stromboli from becoming soggy you need to make sure to cut the slits in the top of the stromboli. This will let the steam escape while it bakes.
If you use a meat with a lot of moisture like ham or canadian bacon, drying it off with a paper towel to remove excess moisture before adding it to the stromboli will help.
Another trick is to cook it on a preheated pizza stone so the bottom becomes nice and crispy.
Pizza night is always the most fun in our house and this homemade stromboli is downright drool-worthy! I know your family will love adding this to the regular dinner rotation.
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!
Easy Stromboli
Pizza dough topped with ham, pepperoni, cheese and rolled up. Bake it and then slice and dunk in marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted, divided
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella shredded, divided
- 12 thin slices ham
- 15 slices salami
- 15-17 slices pepperoni
- 1 egg beaten
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lightly flour your workplace. Roll pizza dough into a rectangle about 12 x 14 inches. You can also roll it out onto a piece of parchment paper so you can put the paper straight into the oven without transferring the dough to a pan.
- In a small bowl combine 1 Tablespoon melted butter and minced garlic. Brush over the top of dough.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top of dough, leaving a 1-2 inches around one of the long edges and the two short ends.
- Top the cheese with ham. Sprinkle with the another ½ cup Mozzarella cheese on top of ham. Next, add the pieces of salami and pepperoni. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top of the pepperoni.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with a fork. Use a brush to coat the 3 exposed edges of the dough (where you left the cheese off, think short, short, long).
- Next, carefully roll up the long edge of your stromboli jelly roll style. Start with the long edge that DOES NOT have the egg wash. Roll it tightly so it stays together. Seal the seam with wet fingertips. Then roll the stromboli so the seam is facing down. You may need to tuck the sides of the dough under so it’s sealed.
- Transfer to baking sheet or pizza stone.
- In a small bowl combine the remaining 2 Tbsp melted butter, garlic powder, parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Brush the top of the stromboli with butter mixture. Using a sharp serrated knife make shallow diagonal cuts on top of stromboli every 2 inches.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes. Using a serrated knife cut into 8 slices.
- Serve with warm marinara sauce.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 660kcal (33%), Carbohydrates: 33g (11%), Protein: 38g (76%), Fat: 41g (63%), Saturated Fat: 19g (119%), Cholesterol: 148mg (49%), Sodium: 2191mg (95%), Potassium: 322mg (9%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 5g (6%), Vitamin A: 740IU (15%), Vitamin C: 2mg (2%), Calcium: 335mg (34%), Iron: 3mg (17%)
Serving Suggestions
While you can serve this yummy little pizza roll-up solo, it pairs well with so many different tasty things. It would be a great side with a hearty bowl of soup. And of course you can serve alongside other fun appetizers like breadsticks, garlic bread, and chicken wings.
For a complete meal, I love to serve stromboli with Roasted Vegetables or Zucchini Fries. In our house we also love a salad whether it’s a spin on a classic Pasta Salad or a tangy Greek salad.
More Pizza-Inspired Dinner Ideas
- Family-friendly Pizza Chicken is going to be a guaranteed hit for supper this week. Juicy chicken is topped with marinara, cheese and pepperoni – it doesn’t get much better!
- I’ve got your next game day appetizer idea covered – Pizza Sliders! Hawaiian rolls are stuffed with pepperoni, mozzarella and pizza sauce. So simple yet so flavorful.
- Elevate your favorite storebought pizza rolls by making them in the air fryer! Frozen Pizza Rolls in the Air Fryer are the perfect after school – or anytime – snack. Ready in less than 10 minutes, crispy and toasty.
- When you can’t decide if you want pizza or pasta for supper, try out my Crock Pot Pizza Casserole for the best of both worlds. Tender pasta layered with savory ground beef, pepperoni and gooey mozzarella cheese – this meal will be a hit with the whole family.
Deb says
Bene! Crowd pleaser!
Julie Evink says
I’m so happy to hear!