Delicious Homemade Meat-Lovers Stromboli Recipe
This classic Stromboli recipe features a golden, crispy pizza dough rolled with layers of savory ham, salami, pepperoni, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect as a hearty meal or party appetizer, it combines Italian flavors in a convenient handheld form baked to perfection in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Sauce
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (enough for 1 pizza)
- ⅓ cup marinara sauce (or pizza sauce)
Cheese
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Meats
- 4 ounces sliced ham
- 4 ounces salami (slices)
- 4 ounces pepperoni (slices)
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the refrigerated pizza dough into a 12×16-inch rectangle for the perfect size and thickness to hold the fillings.
- Spread Sauce: Evenly spread the marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges and a wider 3-inch border at the long side furthest from you to allow for rolling and sealing.
- Add Cheese and Meats: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then layer the ham, salami, and pepperoni slices evenly. Top with the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella cheese to hold everything together.
- Roll Dough: Carefully roll the dough tightly from the side closest to you toward the far border, taking care not to push out the fillings. Stop just before the end to ensure a tight roll without squeezing the contents out.
- Prepare Egg Wash and Seal: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, water, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Brush this mixture over the exposed dough edge where the roll will be sealed, then pinch the edges firmly together to close the stromboli.
- Place on Baking Sheet: Transfer the stromboli to the prepared baking sheet seam side down to prevent it from unrolling. Brush the entire surface generously with the remaining egg wash for a golden, shiny crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 24-28 minutes or until the stromboli is golden brown and the cheese inside has melted, indicating it’s cooked thoroughly.
Notes
- Use refrigerated pizza dough for convenience, but fresh dough can be used if preferred.
- Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite deli meats or add vegetables like bell peppers or onions.
- Make sure to seal the edges well to avoid the fillings leaking during baking.
- Allow the stromboli to rest 5 minutes after baking before slicing to let the cheese set slightly.
- Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
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