Enjoy the flavors of Italy with this mouthwatering pepperoni stromboli recipe. Made with soft pizza dough, savory pepperoni, and a blend of melted cheeses, this homemade stromboli is perfect for a family dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. The dough is rolled with a delicious filling, then baked to golden perfection. Serve it with marinara sauce for dipping and get ready to indulge in a cheesy, flavorful delight. With a total preparation time of just under an hour, this recipe is a must-try for pizza lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced red onions
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the pepperoni, black olives, bell peppers, red onions, and mushrooms.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes over the filling.
- Starting from one of the short ends, tightly roll up the dough into a log, sealing the edges.
- Place the stromboli on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam-side down.
- Brush the top of the stromboli with olive oil for a golden crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the pepperoni stromboli warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Interesting Facts
The word 'stromboli' is derived from the Italian movie 'Stromboli', starring Ingrid Bergman.
Stromboli is believed to have originated in the United States in the 1950s and has since become a popular Italian-American dish.
You can customize the filling of a stromboli according to your taste by adding your favorite ingredients such as Italian sausage, ham, or vegetables.