Description
Stromboli lovers will adore this cheesy pepperoni stromboli, packed with classic Italian-American flavors. Melted mozzarella and spicy pepperoni create a delicious rolled sandwich you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepperoni, sliced
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Create a pristine workspace and preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring an optimal baking environment.
- Dust a clean surface with flour and gently stretch the pizza dough into an expansive rectangular shape, maintaining an even thickness.
- Distribute mozzarella cheese generously across the dough, strategically leaving a one-inch perimeter untouched to facilitate secure sealing.
- Artfully arrange pepperoni slices atop the cheese, creating a uniform coverage that promises robust flavor in every bite.
- Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the pepperoni layer, adding depth and complexity.
- Initiating from one elongated edge, meticulously roll the dough into a compact cylinder, carefully tucking and sealing the ends to prevent filling from escaping.
- Transfer the stromboli to a lightly greased baking sheet, positioning the seam downward to maintain structural integrity.
- Delicately brush the exterior with beaten egg, which will produce a lustrous, golden-brown crust during baking.
- Create several strategic small incisions along the top to facilitate steam release and prevent potential bursting.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the exterior transforms into a rich, golden-brown hue, signaling perfect doneness.
- Allow the stromboli to rest momentarily before slicing, serving alongside marinara sauce for an indulgent dipping experience.
Notes
- Dough Selection: Choose a high-quality pizza dough or make homemade for better texture and flavor.
- Cheese Tip: Use freshly grated mozzarella and Parmesan for maximum melting and richer taste.
- Pepperoni Variation: Swap pepperoni with vegetarian alternatives like salami or plant-based pepperoni for dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg