Description
This Tremendous Cheesy Pepperoni Stromboli is the perfect blend of golden, crispy pizza dough filled with gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s an irresistible hand-held treat that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s game day, a casual dinner, or a party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), rolled into a rectangle
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). - Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface, aiming for about 1/4-inch thickness. - Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Layer pepperoni slices over the cheese. Sprinkle grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning over the pepperoni. - Roll the Dough
Carefully roll the dough from one long side to the other, like a jelly roll. Tuck in the ends to seal the stromboli. - Prepare for Baking
Place the rolled stromboli seam-side down on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg for a golden finish. Cut a few slits on top to allow steam to escape. - Bake
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy. - Cool and Serve
Let the stromboli cool for a few minutes, then slice. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- You can make the stromboli ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake.
- Feel free to customize the filling—use sausage, vegetables, or additional cheeses for different variations.
- For a vegetarian version, simply omit the pepperoni and add more vegetables or extra cheese.
- This recipe is perfect for using store-bought pizza dough or homemade dough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg