Homemade Stromboli
Homemade Stromboli is a delicious and customizable Italian-American dish filled with savory ingredients like cheese, meats, and vegetables, all wrapped in golden, crispy dough. It's essentially a rolled-up pizza, perfect for a family dinner or a fun, shareable appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or salami
- 1/2 cup cooked sausage optional
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers optional
- 1/4 cup chopped onions optional
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Olive oil for brushing
- Marinara sauce for dipping optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Pizza Dough
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 12x10 inches.
- Assemble the Stromboli
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges.
- Layer your meats (pepperoni, salami, and sausage) on top of the cheese. Add any vegetables you’d like, such as bell peppers and onions.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, oregano, and basil evenly over the top for flavor.
- Roll the Stromboli
- Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough up into a log shape, making sure to pinch the edges tightly to seal in the fillings.
- Place the stromboli seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Prepare for Baking
- Brush the top of the stromboli with a beaten egg to give it a golden, shiny crust.
- Optional: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to make a few diagonal slashes on top to allow steam to escape while baking.
- Bake the Stromboli
- Place the stromboli in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
- Serve
- Let the stromboli cool for a few minutes before slicing it into individual portions. Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping if desired.