Description
This Cheesy Pepperoni Stromboli is a delicious, easy-to-make Italian-American baked good featuring a golden, crispy pizza dough crust filled with melted mozzarella cheese, spicy pepperoni slices, and fragrant Italian seasoning. Perfect for a weekend snack or a casual dinner, this stromboli is baked to perfection, giving you a crispy exterior and gooey, flavorful filling in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Stromboli Dough and Filling
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz sliced pepperoni
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Roll Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick, ensuring an even thickness to allow uniform cooking and filling distribution.
- Add Fillings: Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the surface of the dough, then layer the sliced pepperoni on top, followed by a sprinkle of Italian seasoning for enhanced flavor.
- Shape Stromboli: Roll the dough tightly from one end to the other to form a log shape, making sure to pinch the seams closed to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the stromboli seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, brush the surface evenly with olive oil for a crispy golden crust, and make small slits on top to allow steam to escape while baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute pepperoni with other cured meats like salami or ham if desired.
- For extra flavor, add a layer of marinara sauce inside before rolling the dough.
- Letting the stromboli cool for a few minutes before slicing helps to keep the cheese from oozing out.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the stromboli evenly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
