Make this Easy Stromboli for a quick weeknight dinner. Using store-bought pizza dough, it comes together fast. Load it with your favorite toppings like ham, salami, provolone, mozzarella, peppers or onions — the combinations are endless.
Easy Stromboli
If you haven’t tried a stromboli yet, you’re in for a treat. A stromboli is essentially a rolled pizza: dough filled with cheese, meats and other toppings, sealed and baked until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly. It slices into convenient servings and is perfect for dipping in marinara or pizza sauce. There are many delicious variations — some people add sauce inside while others serve it on the side; cheese choices range from provolone to mozzarella or a combination of both. No matter how you make it, the contrast of a crisp crust, melty cheese and savory fillings makes stromboli a satisfying meal.
With busy weeknights, convenience matters. This easy stromboli uses refrigerated pizza dough so prep time is minimal. Using store-bought dough is a great shortcut that still yields an impressive result. I picked up pre-made pizza crusts and assembled strombolis for my family — they were simple to make and tasted like something from a neighborhood Italian kitchen.
The beauty of making stromboli at home is the flexibility. Everyone can choose their own fillings: half with veggies, half with meats for picky eaters, or variations that use different cheeses. I made mine with ham and salami plus provolone the first time, and the next time I combined provolone and mozzarella for extra cheesiness. Both versions were delicious. Serve with a jarred pizza sauce for a fast option, or use homemade pizza sauce if you prefer — either way, this is a quick, family-friendly recipe.
Stromboli also makes a great appetizer to feed a crowd — slice it into smaller pieces and arrange on a platter with dipping sauce. It reheats well too: warm slices in the oven or microwave for a quick lunch or snack the next day. I found this recipe fits nicely into our weeknight rotation because it’s both fast and versatile.
Ingredients to Make Easy Stromboli
- 1 Refrigerated pizza dough or an equivalent homemade dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- 4 oz sliced provolone
- 2 oz sliced ham
- 2 oz sliced salami
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
How to Make Homemade Stromboli
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the dough and shape it into a rectangle roughly the size of your baking sheet.
- Whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash.
- Brush a 1-inch border around the edge of the dough with the egg wash.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the center of the dough and spread it up to the edge of the egg wash.
- Sprinkle the oil with the minced garlic and use about two-thirds of the oregano and basil across the center.
- Lay two rows of provolone along the length of the dough.
- Layer the ham over one row of cheese and the salami over the other.
- Starting from the side with the salami (it’s firmer), roll the dough toward the other side, forming a tight log.
- Pinch any loose edges to seal, then place the roll seam-side down on the parchment paper.
- Brush the top of the stromboli with the remaining egg wash.
- Sprinkle the remaining oregano and basil on top, then dust with grated Parmesan.
- Make light diagonal slits along the length of the stromboli to vent.
- Bake for about 17 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Allow the stromboli to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to let the fillings set.
- Serve warm with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
My family loved this easy stromboli. It’s quick to put together, adaptable to different tastes, and impressive enough to serve at gatherings. Try different combinations of cheeses, cured meats, or vegetables to find your favorite version. Making stromboli at home is an efficient way to deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
Recipe Details
Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 17 mins | Servings: 8
Nutrition (per serving, approximate)
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg
- Sodium: 749 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 3 g