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Lay meats and cheese on dough, roll tightly, brush with butter, and bake golden. A dinner hit or party fave.
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Updated on Tue, 27 May 2025 11:46:51 GMT
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Classic Italian Stromboli takes pizza dough and turns it into a tasty rolled-up meal stuffed with delicious melted cheese, tasty meats, and fresh herbs. You get a crispy, golden outside and loads of flavor inside. It's awesome for a family night or whenever you want to wow guests without a fuss.

I gave this to my family once and the way everyone grinned after biting through the crunchy outside to the gooey middle made all the rolling totally worth it.

Tasty Ingredient Choices

  • Italian cheeses: Pick whole milk cheese, melts perfectly
  • Deli meats: Stack up your favorite slices, go for good stuff
  • Pizza dough: Fresh-made or solid store-bought both work great
  • Garlic butter: Slather on for a snack-worthy crust
  • Fresh herbs: Makes it look pretty and brings out the flavor

Making Your Stromboli

Dough Prepping:
Let dough rest if it's fighting you. Make sure it's even and shaped like a rectangle. Look out for thin spots and stretch to your ideal thickness.
Adding Fillings:
Leave those edges clear. Spread out the cheese. Arrange meat in solid layers. Sprinkle herbs wherever you want extra zing.
Rolling and Sealing:
Roll up starting at the long side. Keep it tight but don't tear it. Pinch the seams tight and score lines in the top.
Finishing Steps:
Pop it seam-down on your tray. Make a few holes for steam. Slather on garlic butter. Keep an eye while baking so it doesn't burn.
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My grandma always brushed the edges with beaten egg before sealing. It kept everything locked inside and worked like a charm every time.

Fun Ways To Serve

Cut into thick slices and use a chunky cutting board for a chill vibe. Toss on fresh basil for color. Pair with warm marinara dip and a zippy arugula salad with a squeeze of lemon and some olive oil.

New Twists To Try

Switch up the fillings with your favorite meats and cheeses, throw in cooked peppers or onions, or go breakfast-style by adding eggs and bacon. Try pesto or even sun-dried tomatoes for a cool Mediterranean vibe.

Easy Storage Tips

Wrap leftovers tight in foil, and they'll stay good in the fridge for up to three days. Warm them up in the oven at 350°F for that crispy bite again. Skip the microwave so your crust doesn't get soggy.

This Stromboli is now my go-to for parties—everyone's always impressed, and it always gets people talking at the table. The combo of crisp outside and melty center makes for those happy food moments that make cooking feel extra worth it.

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Recipe FAQs

→ Can I try different meats?
Absolutely! Prosciutto, capicola, or mortadella work great too.
→ Is this okay to prep early?
Sure! Make it up to a day early, keep it covered in the fridge, and bake right before eating.
→ Why score the dough on top?
It lets steam escape so it doesn’t puff or crack while baking.
→ Can I freeze it unbaked?
Yes! Wrap it tightly and freeze. Defrost it fully before putting it in the oven.
→ What dips go well with it?
Marinara’s the go-to, but ranch, garlic butter, or pizza sauce are tasty too!

Italian Stromboli

Layers of salami, ham, and pepperoni wrapped in pizza dough, brushed with a garlicky butter finish for a crispy, golden crust.

Preparation Time
15 min
Cooking Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min

Category: Main Dishes

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine Type: Fusion of Italian and American

Makes: 6 Serves (1 stuffed bread roll)

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

→ Base and Proteins

01 1 package of Pillsbury pizza dough
02 10 slices of Genoa salami
03 12 pieces of sandwich pepperoni
04 8 slices of deli ham

→ Cheese & Extras

05 8 slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese
06 2 garlic cloves, chopped up small
07 2 teaspoons of parsley, finely diced
08 2 tablespoons of softened butter
09 3 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese

Steps

Step 01

Set your oven temperature by following the details on the pizza dough container. Combine the melted butter with Parmesan, garlic, and parsley.

Step 02

Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray. Spread out the pizza dough until it's close to covering the entire tray.

Step 03

Start layering slices of ham, salami, pepperoni, and cheese right on top of the dough.

Step 04

Roll the dough tightly from the longer edge, making sure the seam and edges are fully sealed. Cut small slits in the top using a sharp-edged knife to let steam escape.

Step 05

Slather the outside with your garlic butter mix. Cook it in the oven following the package's timing until the crust turns golden.

Helpful Notes

  1. Give it a few minutes to cool off before cutting. Pair it with marinara sauce to dip.

Required Tools

  • Sheet pan for baking
  • Non-stick parchment paper
  • Sharp knife with a serrated edge
  • Brush for spreading butter

Allergen Info

Check each ingredient for potential allergens and seek medical advice if unsure.
  • Includes milk-based ingredients
  • Contains gluten