Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 20–25 mins | Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
- The Dough: 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza crust or homemade dough.
- The Meat: 6–8 oz sliced pepperoni (regular or turkey).
- The Cheese: 2–3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
- The Flavorings:
- 2 tbsp butter, melted.
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning.
- 1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley.
- For Serving: Warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Instructions
- Roll it Out: On a piece of parchment paper, roll your pizza dough into a large rectangle.
- Layer: Leaving a 1-inch border around the edges, spread a generous layer of mozzarella cheese over the dough. Top with an even layer of pepperoni slices.
- Roll it Up: Starting from the long side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch the ends and the seam firmly to prevent the cheese from escaping while baking.
- The Topping: Brush the entire top of the log with the melted butter mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Use a sharp knife to cut small slits across the top to allow steam to escape.
- Bake: Transfer the stromboli (on the parchment) to a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes until the crust is a deep golden brown and the cheese is visible and bubbling through the slits.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley immediately after removing from the oven.
- Rest & Slice: Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly, then slice into thick rounds.