Easy Pepperoni Stromboli Recipe

This Easy Pepperoni Stromboli recipe is a family favorite. Crave-worthy bread dough wrapped around layers of cheese and pepperoni!

I’ve been making this easy pepperoni stromboli recipe for almost 10 years and my family would still eat it weekly if I made it for them that often! My husband and daughters love it with pepperoni and my son prefers plain cheese stromboli.

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Where is the Easy Pepperoni Stromboli recipe? In this post, I will share step-by-step instructions with photos for how to make the stromboli, as well as answering FAQs about the recipe and sharing a short video showing the recipe in motion. But you can go directly to the recipes by scrolling down to the bottom of the post.

How To Make Easy Pepperoni Stromboli:

Step One: Start With The Dough

Let the bread thaw and rise. I use frozen bread dough because it is so easy but you can make homemade bread or pizza dough if you prefer. 

You only need ONE LOAF for this recipe but I always make two for my family as you can see in the photo above. Spread the loaf of dough into a greased jelly roll pan or a sheet pan.

Step Two: Make The Filling

In a small bowl place a whole egg, an egg yolk, and olive oil. Separate the egg white into a separate bowl and save for later.

Then, add the grated parmesan, powdered ranch dressing mix, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, and black pepper. Mix together using a metal whisk until combined.

Step Three: Spread The Filling

Pour the egg mixture on the dough towards the center. Spread, using a rubber spatula making sure to leave some space around the edge of the dough where it will be folded. 

Sprinkle with shredded cheese, place slices of pepper jack cheese and cover with pepperoni.

Step Four: Fold The Stromboli

There are a couple of ways to fold the stromboli. The first one is by folding up the ends and then the sides of the dough. Pinch the seams together and flip the entire loaf over so that the seam rests on the bottom.

The second way is to cut small slits along the length of the dough. Pull dough segments from opposite sides of the dough to the center and twist/pinch to hold them together.

Brush the top of the stromboli loaf with the beaten egg white you set aside and sprinkle with grated parmesan. Go ahead and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning if you want.

Step Five: Bake, Then Enjoy 

Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, until golden on top and cooked through. The smell of this easy pepperoni stromboli, when it is baking, is amazing!

Once I bought it to my friend’s house all ready to bake. She lived in a townhouse at the time and one of the women from a couple of doors down smelled it baking and just had to have the recipe!

And when you cut into the stromboli you can see the delicious layers inside. This Easy Pepperoni Stromboli recipe very versatile and is sure to become a popular request. Add your family’s favorite seasonings and toppings to make it your own.

Stromboli Recipe FAQs 

1. Can I use different meat for my stromboli? Yes, you can always try different meat like chicken, turkey, ham, sausage etc. 

2. What could I use as a dipping sauce for my stromboli? Our family likes to dip stromboli into pizza sauce and alfredo sauce. You could also try ranch dressing or a cheese sauce. 

3. What is the difference between calzone and stromboli? Calzones are folded into a half-circle shape and meant for only one person. On the other hand, Stromboli is folded into a long rectangular shape and meant to be shared. 

4. Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, you can. For best results prep stromboli ahead of time. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Bake stromboli before serving.

You can also fully cook the stromboli, store it in the fridge and reheat before serving. Keep in mind that reheating the stromboli may alter the texture. 

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Easy Pepperoni Stromboli

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

35 mins

Total Time

50 mins

 

This Easy Pepperoni Stromboli recipe is a family favorite. Crave-worthy bread dough wrapped around layers of cheese and pepperoni!

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: 4

Calories: 622 kcal

Author: The Gunny Sack

Ingredients

• 1 loaf frozen bread dough
• 2 eggs, divided
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp powdered ranch dressing mix
• 1/2 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (any blend)
• 3 slices pepper jack cheese
• 21 slices pepperoni (more if desired)

Instructions

1. Allow the loaf of frozen bread dough to thaw and rise.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
3. Spread dough into a greased jelly roll or sheet pan.
4. In a small bowl, mix together a whole egg, an egg yolk (separate the egg white and set aside), olive oil, one tablespoon grated parmesan, powdered ranch dressing mix, Italian seasoning, garlic salt and black pepper.
5. Spread the egg filling into the center of the dough.
6. Top with shredded cheese, slices of pepper jack cheese and pepperoni.
7. There are two ways to fold the loaf. You can fold the sides of the dough up and over the toppings in the middle. Press and seal the seam. Turn the whole loaf over so that the seam is on the bottom.
8. Or cut small slits in the sides of the dough. Pull dough segments from opposite sides of the loaf, up over the toppings, twist and press the together. (See the VIDEO above recipe to see the technique.)
9. Beat egg white slightly and brush on loaf.
10. Sprinkle with one tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
11. Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, until golden on top and cooked through.

Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from one given to me by my aunt Karen.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Pepperoni Stromboli

Amount Per Serving

Calories 622 Calories from Fat 270

% Daily Value*

Fat 30g46%

Saturated Fat 13g81%

Cholesterol 147mg49%

Sodium 1563mg68%

Potassium 109mg3%

Carbohydrates 56g19%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 27g54%

Vitamin A 586IU12%

Calcium 416mg42%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.