Description
This Pepperoni Black Olive Stromboli is a delicious Italian-American baked treat combining a soft pizza dough rolled with gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, tangy black olives, and a blend of Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Perfect for a main course or appetizer, it’s golden-brown, flavorful, and easy to serve with optional pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Stromboli Dough and Filling
- 1 ball pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- â…“ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Toppings and Finishing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Optional: ½ cup pizza sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a roughly 10 by 14-inch rectangle, ensuring an even thickness.
- Add Fillings: Evenly sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Layer the ½ cup pepperoni slices and ⅓ cup sliced black olives over the cheese. Finish by sprinkling ¼ cup grated Parmesan and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning evenly on top.
- Roll the Stromboli: Starting from one long edge of the rectangle, roll the dough tightly into a log shape, carefully tucking in the ends to seal the fillings inside. Place the rolled log seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush the top of the stromboli with the beaten egg to give it a beautiful golden color once baked. Use a knife to make several small slits on top to allow steam to escape during baking. Drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil for additional flavor and crispiness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the stromboli is golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set before slicing. Serve warm with optional pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Customize your stromboli with other favorite fillings such as mushrooms, sausage, or bell peppers for different flavor profiles.
- Using crescent dough instead of pizza dough can give the stromboli a flakier texture.
- Make sure to tuck in the dough ends tightly to prevent fillings from spilling out during baking.
- Letting the stromboli rest after baking helps maintain its structure when slicing.
