Easy Italian Stromboli
March 2nd, 2026 1:35 PM Theresa Categories: Nutrition
A sandwich is a sandwich, but sandwich fillings baked up in braided, seasoned dough is a Stromboli. Or maybe a calzone, depending on what you put into it. Either way, this small carb change makes all the difference in this Italian Stromboli recipe
Prep & Cook Time
☐ Prep: 10 minutes
☐ Cook: 25 minutes
☐ Total Time: 35 minutes
☐ Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
☐ 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough or fresh dough from the bakery refrigerated section. Bakery Fresh Dough: I tend to like it best as the dough is less sweet-tasting. More like a traditional restaurant dough.
☐ 4 oz sliced pepperoni
☐ 4 oz sliced ham
☐ 4 oz sliced salami
☐ 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
☐ ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
☐ 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
☐ 1–2 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
☐ Marinara sauce, for serving
Shopping List
☐ Refrigerated pizza dough or fresh dough from the bakery refrigerated section
☐ Pepperoni
☐ Ham
☐ Salami
☐ Shredded mozzarella
☐ Grated Parmesan
☐ Egg
☐ Italian seasoning or oregano
☐ Marinara sauce
Prep List
☐ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Temperature Varies: Follow Dough Baking Instructions
☐ Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangle
☐ Beat egg for egg wash
☐ Measure cheeses and Italian seasoning
☐ Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper
Instructions
☐ Preheat oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
☐ In a small bowl, combine ricotta, 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; set aside.
☐ Place dough onto the prepared baking sheet and cut angled slits along each side.
☐ Spread the ricotta mixture over the dough, leaving ½ inch from the edges of the slits.
☐ Layer cheese, salami, ham, and pepperoni evenly on top of the ricotta, leaving edges free ☐ Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the meats ☐ Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly on top – save remaining for final step ☐ Fold dough over the filling in an alternating pattern to create a simple braid; tuck in the ends to seal.
☐ Brush the top and sides with whisked egg and sprinkle with the remaining ½ Tbsp Italian seasoning, plus additional salt and pepper to taste.
☐ Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown. ☐ Let cool 5–10 minutes before slicing ☐ Slice with a sharp knife and serve with warmed marinara sauce.
Tips & Variations
☐ Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for extra flavor
☐ Use cooked sausage instead of or alongside salami/ham
☐ Swap mozzarella for provolone for a sharper taste
☐ Egg wash gives a shiny, golden crust; omit for a softer crust. You may also add minced garlic to the egg wash.
☐ Slice thinly for party appetizers or thicker for meal-sized portions
Nutrition (Approximate, per serving)
☐ Calories: 350–400 (depends on meat and cheese amounts)
☐ Protein: High from meat and cheese
☐ Contains gluten and dairy
☐ Moderate sodium content
Meal Prep & Storage
☐ Assemble stromboli ahead and refrigerate unbaked up to 12 hours; bake before serving
☐ Store baked stromboli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
☐ Reheat slices in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes or until warmed through
☐ Do not freeze with egg wash applied (dough may brown unevenly)
☐ Marinara sauce can be stored separately in the fridge up to 5 days
Reference: https://www.bijouxandbits.com/2016/12/easy-italian-stromboli/