Easiest Way To Make Stromboli Recipe

Stromboli is one of those meals that feels fancy but is secretly so easy. It is like a rolled up pizza, filled with meats, cheese, and sometimes vegetables. I have made stromboli many ways over the years. Some doughs take hours, but I found shortcuts. In this post, I will show you the easiest way to make stromboli. From original recipe to puff pastry, Pillsbury to frozen bread dough, you will find a version that fits your schedule. Let me help you make a crispy, cheesy stromboli tonight.

The Stromboli Recipes I Love…

Stromboli Original Recipe

The Stromboli original recipe starts with homemade dough. But even that is not hard. This version uses a simple yeast dough that rises for one hour. Roll it out, fill with ham, salami, mozzarella, and pepperoni, then roll up and bake. The result is a golden, crispy Italian stromboli. The blog has a video of the rolling technique.

Ingredients for Dough

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Ingredients for Filling

• 4 slices ham
• 4 slices salami
• 4 slices pepperoni
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

How To Make

• In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead until smooth.
• Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into a 12×10 inch rectangle.
• Layer ham, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, and Parmesan on the dough, leaving a 1 inch border.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam and ends to seal.
• Place seam side down on a baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Slice and serve.

Stromboli Easy Recipe

Stromboli easy recipe uses store bought pizza dough. Most grocery stores sell fresh or refrigerated dough. This cuts the prep time in half. You still get that crispy, chewy texture. I use pepperoni and mozzarella, but you can add any fillings. The easy stromboli is perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

• 1 pound store bought pizza dough
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Marinara sauce for dipping

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll pizza dough into a 12×10 inch rectangle on a floured surface.
• Sprinkle mozzarella, pepperoni, and Parmesan over the dough, leaving a 1 inch border.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam and ends.
• Place seam side down on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden.
• Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice. Serve with marinara.

Pillsbury Stromboli Recipe

Pillsbury stromboli recipe is the ultimate shortcut. Use a can of Pillsbury pizza crust or French bread dough. It is already rolled and ready. I unroll it, add fillings, roll back up, and bake. This Pillsbury stromboli takes less than 30 minutes. The blog has a flavor variation guide.

Ingredients

• 1 can Pillsbury pizza crust or French bread dough
• 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
• 1/2 cup cooked crumbled Italian sausage
• 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Unroll the Pillsbury dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment.
• Sprinkle cheese, sausage, and pepperoni over the dough, leaving a 1 inch border.
• Roll up from the long side. Pinch the seam to seal.
• Brush with egg wash. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
• Slice and serve.

Stromboli Dough Recipe

If you want to make your own stromboli dough recipe, this is the one. It is soft, elastic, and easy to roll. The dough uses basic pantry ingredients. You can make it ahead and refrigerate. This stromboli dough works for any filling. The blog has a gluten free version.

Ingredients

• 3 cups bread flour or all purpose flour
• 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

How To Make

• In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
• Add warm water and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
• Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth.
• Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
• Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Stromboli With Pizza Dough Recipe

Stromboli with pizza dough recipe is my most used method. I buy fresh pizza dough from the deli or use refrigerated tubes. The dough is already seasoned. I just roll it out, add fillings, and bake. This pizza dough stromboli tastes like a rolled up pizza.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh or refrigerated pizza dough
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll pizza dough into a 12×10 inch rectangle.
• Spread pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1 inch border.
• Sprinkle mozzarella, pepperoni, and olives over the sauce.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Place seam side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Slice and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Italian Stromboli Recipe

Italian stromboli recipe is loaded with classic Italian deli meats. I use prosciutto, capicola, salami, and provolone cheese. A sprinkle of oregano and garlic powder finishes it. This Italian stromboli is perfect for parties. The blog has a guide to Italian meats.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store bought)
• 4 slices prosciutto
• 4 slices capicola
• 4 slices salami
• 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 egg for egg wash

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into a 12×10 inch rectangle.
• Layer prosciutto, capicola, salami, and provolone over the dough.
• Sprinkle with oregano and garlic powder.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Brush with egg wash. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Let cool slightly, then slice.

Pepperoni Stromboli Recipe

Pepperoni stromboli recipe is a kid favorite. I use lots of pepperoni and mozzarella. Sometimes I add a little marinara inside. The pepperoni gets crispy edges in the oven. This pepperoni stromboli is simple and satisfying. The blog has a spicy version with red pepper flakes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (optional)
• 1 egg for egg wash

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into a rectangle.
• Spread pizza sauce (if using) over the dough, leaving a border.
• Sprinkle mozzarella and pepperoni over the sauce.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Brush with egg wash. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

– Slice and serve.

Stromboli With Puff Pastry Recipe

Stromboli with puff pastry recipe is extra flaky and buttery. Use frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed. They puff up in the oven into golden layers. This puff pastry stromboli is more delicate than traditional dough. Perfect for a quick lunch. The blog has a dairy free puff pastry option.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/4 cup cooked crumbled sausage
• 1 egg for egg wash

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Unfold puff pastry on a parchment lined baking sheet.
• Sprinkle cheese, pepperoni, and sausage over the pastry, leaving a 1 inch border.
• Roll up from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Brush with egg wash. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until puffed and golden.

– Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Chicken Stromboli Recipe

Chicken stromboli recipe uses cooked chicken, spinach, and mozzarella. It is a lighter take on the classic. I add a little garlic and ricotta for creaminess. This chicken stromboli is great for using leftover chicken. The blog has a buffalo chicken version.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup cooked spinach (squeezed dry)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper
• 1 egg for egg wash

How To Make

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll dough into a rectangle.
• In a bowl, mix chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Spread the mixture over the dough, leaving a border.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Brush with egg wash. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
• Slice and serve.

Stromboli With Frozen Bread Recipe

Stromboli with frozen bread recipe uses frozen bread dough loaves. Thaw the dough, let it rise, then roll it out. This dough is sturdy and easy to work with. The frozen bread stromboli tastes homemade with almost no effort. The blog has a list of frozen dough brands.

Ingredients

• 1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 egg for egg wash

How To Make

• Let frozen dough thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bring to room temperature.
• Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll dough into a 12×10 inch rectangle.
• Sprinkle cheese, pepperoni, and Parmesan over the dough.
• Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch the seam.
• Place seam side down on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash.
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
• Slice and serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between stromboli and calzone?

Stromboli is rolled up like a log and sliced. Calzone is folded like a half moon. Stromboli usually has no sauce inside, calzone often does.

Can I freeze stromboli?

Yes. Bake it completely, cool, then wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes.

What dipping sauce goes with stromboli?

Marinara sauce is classic. Ranch, garlic butter, or pesto also work great.

How do I keep stromboli from getting soggy?

Do not overfill. Also, bake on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet so air circulates. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Can I make stromboli without eggs?

Yes. Omit the egg wash or use milk instead. The dough will still brown.

What is the easiest dough for beginners?

Pillsbury or refrigerated pizza dough is the easiest. No mixing or rising required.

Conclusion

Stromboli is a versatile, crowd pleasing meal. Whether you use homemade dough, store bought pizza dough, or even puff pastry, you can have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. I hope you try the pepperoni stromboli for a classic or the chicken stromboli for something different. The Pillsbury version is perfect for busy nights. With these 10 recipes, you will never run out of ways to make delicious stromboli. Happy cooking.