Classic Stromboli
Italian Recipes

Classic Stromboli

In the Oven
serves 4

Classic stromboli is a rolled pizza dough filled with cheese, cured meat and vegetables, then baked until crisp and golden. It delivers the flavour of pizza in a neat, sliceable loaf that works well for weeknight dinners.

This version uses mozzarella, pepperoni, peppers and onion with a little tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Serve warm with extra sauce for dipping and a simple salad on the side.

PizzaKid-Friendly
20 mins prep30 mins cook50 mins total

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C) / 400°F. Line a large tray with baking paper.

  2. Warm a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the sliced onion and bell pepper with a small drizzle of oil for 4 to 5 minutes until just softened, then cool slightly.

  3. Roll the pizza dough into a rectangle about 35 x 25 cm on a lightly floured surface.

  4. Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 2 cm border around the edges.

  5. Scatter over the mozzarella, pepperoni, and the softened peppers and onion in an even layer.

  6. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam and tuck the ends underneath.

  7. Transfer seam-side down to the tray. Brush with egg wash or olive oil, then cut 4 to 5 small vents on top and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until deep golden and cooked through. Rest 5 to 10 minutes, then slice and serve warm.

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