Description
Mouthwatering homemade stromboli rolls through Italian-American culinary traditions with layers of savory meats, melted cheeses, and herbed dough. Crisp exterior and gooey interior promise a delectable journey that satisfies deep comfort food cravings you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 ounces/28 grams pepperoni slices
- 1 ounces/28 grams salami slices
- 1 ounces/28 grams ham slices
Cheese:
- 1 sliced pepper jack cheese
- 1 shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
Dough and Seasonings:
- 1 can pizza dough
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 garlic butter (for brushing)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Clear a spacious workspace and gather all ingredients to streamline the preparation process.
- Activate the oven, setting the temperature precisely to 375°F (190°C) to create an ideal baking environment.
- Gently unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly dusted surface, using a rolling pin to carefully flatten and elongate into a uniform rectangular shape.
- Apply a thin, even layer of fragrant garlic butter across the entire dough surface, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Strategically arrange pepper jack cheese slices, creating a foundational layer that will melt and bind the internal ingredients.
- Layer pepperoni, salami, and ham in overlapping patterns, distributing proteins evenly to guarantee consistent taste in every bite.
- Generously crown the meats with mozzarella, selecting either shredded or sliced cheese to personal preference.
- Sprinkle a harmonious blend of garlic powder and Italian seasoning, allowing the herbs and spices to permeate the filling.
- Execute a precise rolling technique, transforming the layered dough into a compact cylinder, meticulously sealing the edges to prevent ingredient escape.
- Position the rolled creation on a parchment-lined baking sheet, presenting it for its final transformation.
- Delicately brush the exterior with an egg wash, which will yield a lustrous, golden-brown exterior during baking.
- Strategically slice several ventilation cuts across the top, enabling steam release and preventing internal sogginess.
- Transfer to the preheated oven, allowing 20-25 minutes of transformative heat to meld flavors and achieve optimal texture.
- Permit a brief resting period post-baking, enabling internal temperatures to stabilize and cheese to set.
- Slice with precision and serve alongside marinara sauce, inviting guests to indulge in this magnificent culinary creation.
Notes
- Customize your Stromboli by swapping out meats and cheeses to suit personal taste preferences or dietary needs like vegetarian options.
- For a gluten-free version, use cauliflower or gluten-free pizza dough as a base to accommodate those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by preheating a pizza stone or using a perforated baking sheet to enhance air circulation and crisp up the dough’s underside.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends like ranch powder, smoked paprika, or red pepper flakes to elevate the flavor profile and add a unique twist to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg