Go Back

Italian Stromboli Stuffed Bread

Golden-brown rolled Italian bread stuffed with melted cheese, savory meats, and marinara sauce for the ultimate comfort food.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Italian-American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough and Filling
  • 1 pound pizza dough room temperature
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 4 oz pepperoni slices
  • 4 oz Italian sausage cooked, crumbled
  • 0.5 cup bell peppers thinly sliced
  • 0.33 cup marinara sauce plus extra for serving
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
Seasonings and Toppings
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp coarse salt for topping
  • flour for dusting

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Sharp knife
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Let pizza dough rest at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until pliable.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Roll dough into 14x10 inch rectangle on floured surface.
  4. Spread marinara sauce over dough, leaving 1-inch border on all sides.
  5. Layer half the mozzarella, then pepperoni, sausage, peppers, seasonings, and remaining cheese.
  6. Roll tightly from long side, pinch seam and ends to seal completely.
  7. Place seam-side down on baking sheet, brush with egg wash.
  8. Cut 4-5 diagonal slits on top, sprinkle with salt.
  9. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cheese bubbles through slits.
  10. Brush with olive oil, rest 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure dough is at room temperature before rolling. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. Leftover stromboli reheats well in a 350°F oven.