Italian Stromboli Recipe
This Italian Stromboli Recipe is a simple and delicious baked roll filled with cheese, sauce, and your favorite fillings. You get a crispy outside and a soft, cheesy inside, perfect for any meal or snack.
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing Bowl
- Parchment Paper
- Baking tray
- Brush (for egg wash or oil)
- Knife or pizza cutter
Ingredients
For the Dough
• All-purpose flour – 2½ cups
• Warm water – 1 cup
• Active dry yeast – 2 teaspoons
• Sugar – 1 teaspoon
• Salt – 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
For the Filling
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) – 1½ cups
• Salami or pepperoni – 1 cup
• Pizza sauce – ½ cup
• Garlic powder or Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
Optional Add-ons
• Bell peppers (sliced) – ½ cup
• Mushrooms (sliced) – ½ cup
• Olives (sliced) – ¼ cup
• Chili flakes – ½ teaspoon
Instructions
1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast, then let it activate for five minutes.
2. Add flour, salt, and oil, then knead into a soft dough.
3. Cover and let the dough rest until it doubles in size.
4. Roll the dough into a rectangle with even thickness using a rolling pin.
5. Apply a light layer of sauce, then evenly add cheese and fillings.
6. Roll the dough tightly into a log and seal the edges properly.
7. Place it on a baking tray and brush the top with oil.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until golden brown.
9. Let it cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overfill the dough, or it may break while rolling.
- Always seal the edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking out.
- Use fresh dough for a softer and better texture.
- Cut small slits on top to release steam while baking.
- Preheat your oven well for even cooking and a crisp crust.
- Let it rest before slicing to keep the filling inside neatly.
- Reheat in an oven instead of a microwave for better crispiness.