Stromboli is a pizza that rolled itself into a log of pure joy.
Pizza dough. Seasoned beef. Three kinds of cheese. Roll it. Bake it. Slice it. Dip it. 35 minutes. Feeds a crowd. Disappears fast.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat and Cook Beef
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain fat.
Add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute.
Stir in marinara sauce. Simmer 2 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Roll the Dough
Roll pizza dough into a 10×14-inch rectangle on floured surface.
Layer the Fillings
Spread ricotta cheese over dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
Top with beef mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
Roll It Up
Roll tightly from the long side. Pinch seams to seal.
Place seam-side down on baking sheet.
Brush and Bake
Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if using. Cut 3-4 small slits on top.
Bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Slice and Serve
Let cool 5 minutes. Slice into rounds. Serve warm with extra marinara.
Summary
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20-25 minutes | Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge:
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 4 days. Cold stromboli is great lunch.
Reheat:
Oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Freezer Friendly:
Freeze unbaked stromboli for 3 months. Bake from frozen at 400°F for 30-35 minutes.
Pro Tip:
- Don’t overstuff. Less filling = tighter roll = no blowouts in the oven.
