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Classic Stromboli served with ham, pepperoni, and melted mozzarella
Crispy Stromboli with rich filling

Italian-American Stromboli

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Cakes and Desserts
Stromboli is essentially a pizza roll, invented by an Italian-American restaurant owner in the 50s and named after the famous movie (or volcano). The difference between this and a Calzone is structure: Stromboli is rolled like a jelly roll, so every bite has layers of dough, cheese, and meat. The cuts on top symbolize the 'volcanic eruption' where steam escapes.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 550 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian-American

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Brush (for egg)
  • Sharp knife

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Roll dough into a large rectangle. Brush lightly with olive oil, leaving a 1-inch border empty.

Tip: Oil adds flavor, but if it gets on the edge, the dough won't seal.
2 ✓

Sprinkle with cheese, lay meats on top, and sprinkle with oregano. Don't overfill!

Tip: Less is more: overfilling makes it hard to roll and prone to bursting.
3 ✓

Roll up tightly from the long side. Pinch ends together and tuck under the roll.

Tip: Keep the roll tight to avoid large air pockets.
4 ✓

Place seam-side down on parchment-lined baking sheet. Cut diagonal slits on top (steam vents) and brush with egg.

Tip: Egg wash gives that beautiful glossy golden-brown color.
5 ✓

Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Tip: Let cool 10 minutes before slicing or hot cheese will run out.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the center raw?
Dough was too thick, or you added too much wet filling (like watery veggies).
Cheese leaked out!
You didn't seal the ends properly. Tuck dough ends under the roll.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pizza Dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mozzarella (low moisture)
  • 3.5 oz Ham (thinly sliced)
  • 3 oz Salami or Pepperoni
  • 1 large Egg (beaten, for wash)
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil