Meat and Cheese Stromboli
This Meat and Cheese Stromboli is a golden-brown, cheesy masterpiece stuffed with savory deli meats and melted cheese, all wrapped in pizza dough. It’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food—perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or game day!
🍴 Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
- ¼ lb sliced genoa salami
- ¼ lb sliced ham
- ¼ lb sliced soppressata
- ¼ lb sliced mortadella
- ¼ lb sliced hot capicola
- ¼ lb sliced pepperoni
- 1 fried green bell pepper (strips)
- ¼ lb Italian fried ground sweet sausage
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone or Italian blend cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: marinara sauce for dipping
🔥 Instructions
Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Roll Out the Dough:
Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Stretch it into a large rectangle, about 10×14 inches.
Layer the Fillings:
Arrange the salami, ham, soppressata, mortadella, capicola, and pepperoni evenly across the center of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle sausage, peppers, shredded mozzarella and provolone on top of the meat. Finish with a dusting of Italian seasoning.
Roll It Up:
Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, tucking the ends underneath to seal. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush and Bake:
Brush the top with beaten egg for a glossy finish. Use a sharp knife to make 3–4 small slits across the top for ventilation. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
Cool and Slice:
Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thick pieces. Serve with warm marinara sauce on the side.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Meat and Cheese Stromboli
- 🍞 Nonstick Baking Sheet — Delivers even browning without sticking or burning.
- 🔪 Pastry Brush — Perfect for brushing on that golden egg wash before baking.
- 🧀 Cheese Slicer/Shredder — Get freshly shredded cheese for that ideal melt and flavor.
- 🍅 Marinara Dipping Bowls — Essential for serving warm marinara on the side in style.
- 📄 Parchment Paper Sheets — Keeps cleanup easy and your Stromboli from sticking.
💡 Helpful Tip: For a crispier crust, sprinkle a bit of cornmeal on the parchment before placing your Stromboli on the pan. Want to customize? Try adding sautéed peppers, olives, or a swipe of mustard inside before baking!