Description
Pepperoni Black Olive Stromboli is a flavorful Italian-inspired stuffed bread featuring spicy pepperoni, briny black olives, gooey mozzarella cheese, and tangy marinara sauce wrapped in a soft, golden crust. Perfect for family meals, parties, or snacks, this easy-to-make stromboli combines bold, savory flavors with a satisfying texture that reheats beautifully and can be customized to suit any taste.
Ingredients
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Dough and Base
- 1 package pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, enough for a 12x16 inch rectangle)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Fillings
- 8 oz pepperoni slices (spicy or mild, as preferred)
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, etc.)
Finishing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangular shape about 12 by 16 inches. This will provide the base to layer all your fillings and roll up the stromboli properly.
- Layer the Sauce and Cheese: Spread a thin, even layer of marinara sauce over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border on all sides to allow for sealing. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce to create that gooey, melty layer inside.
- Add Pepperoni and Black Olives: Distribute pepperoni slices evenly over the mozzarella. Then scatter the sliced black olives on top to add a briny, savory contrast that complements the meatiness.
- Season and Roll: Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly over the toppings for an authentic herbaceous flavor. Carefully roll the dough from one long edge to the other, making sure to pinch and seal the edges tightly to prevent fillings from leaking during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the rolled stromboli seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the crust lightly with olive oil and optionally with an egg wash to achieve a shiny, golden finish. Cut several slits on top to allow steam to escape while baking.
- Bake and Rest: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and let rest for about 10 minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set and make cleaner slices.
Notes
- If making pizza dough at home, ensure dough is soft but not sticky for easy handling and rolling.
- Spread toppings evenly to avoid soggy or dry spots inside the stromboli.
- Seal dough edges firmly by pinching to keep fillings contained during baking.
- Bake at 375°F to ensure crust bakes thoroughly without burning before the inside is cooked.
- Allow stromboli to rest after baking for cleaner slices and to prevent cheese oozing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of stromboli)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg