Italian Stromboli Stuffed Bread
Easy Homemade Stromboli (Bakery-Style)
This Italian Stromboli Stuffed Bread is golden, crispy on the outside, melty and savory on the inside—loaded with classic Italian meats, cheese, and herbs. Perfect for dinner, parties, or meal prep, and it slices beautifully.
Ingredients
- 1 tube Pillsbury pizza crust
- 8 slices deli ham
- 10 slices Genoa salami
- 10 slices pepperoni
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup provolone cheese, shredded or sliced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds or Italian herbs (optional topping)
For Serving (Optional but Recommended):
- Warm marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
1 Prepare the Dough
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the pizza dough onto the parchment and gently stretch it into a large rectangle.
2 Layer the Fillings
Leaving a 1-inch border on all sides:
- Start with ham slices, evenly spread.
- Add Genoa salami, then pepperoni.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan evenly.
- Add bell peppers and onions if using.
- Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil for extra flavor.
3 Roll the Stromboli
Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side, like a jelly roll.
Pinch the seams and tuck the ends underneath to seal completely.
Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
4 Finish & Bake
Brush the top with beaten egg for a glossy, golden crust.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds or Italian herbs if desired.
Cut 2–3 small slits on top to allow steam to escape.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until deep golden brown and fully cooked.
5 Rest & Slice
Let the stromboli rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Pro Tips for Perfect Stromboli
- Don’t overfill—too much filling can cause leaking.
- Use low-moisture mozzarella for best texture.
- Let it rest before cutting to keep the cheese from spilling out.
- For extra crispiness, bake on the lower oven rack.
Variations
- Chicken Stromboli: Swap meats for grilled chicken.
- Veggie Stromboli: Mushrooms, spinach, olives, zucchini.
- Spicy Version: Add crushed red pepper flakes or hot capicola.
- Cheesy Lover’s: Add ricotta or extra provolone.