18 Stromboli Recipes You Need to Try (2024)

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Updated: Feb. 10, 2022

    Need a good stromboli recipe? These dishes are party-ready. Find fun strombolis filled with cheese, chicken, sausage and more.

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    Chicken Cordon Bleu Stromboli

    If chicken cordon bleu and stromboli had a baby, this would be it. Serve with jarred Alfredo sauce, homemade Alfredo sauce or classic Mornay sauce on the side if desired. —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

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    2/18

    Satisfy hearty appetites with these golden loaves. Each slice is a hot sandwich packed with ham, broccoli and Swiss cheese. Hot pepper sauce adds a nice kick, while refrigerated crescent rolls makes them extra easy to put together.—Donna McCord, Fishers, IN

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    3/18

    Quick and Easy Stromboli

    Sandwich fixings get rolled into this dinner favorite, thanks to refrigerated pizza dough. Use any combo of cheese, deli meat and veggies that you like or whatever you have on hand. —Catherine Cassidy, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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    4/18

    Chocolate and Cherry Stromboli

    This melty, chocolaty spin on stromboli is delicious for both breakfast and dessert. Serve it with a cup of coffee, and even the coldest winter day instantly feels more snug. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario

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    5/18

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    Broccoli Beef Braids

    Each slice of this fast-to-fix golden bread is like a hot sandwich packed with beef, broccoli and mozzarella. —Penny Lapp, North Royalton, Ohio

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    6/18

    Stromboli Sandwiches

    Like a sloppy joe with Italian seasonings, these hearty sandwich slices fill the bill at potlucks, reunions and more. Although I've made them dozens of times, I never tire of eating or serving them.—Darlis Wilfer, West Bend, Wisconsin

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    7/18

    Ham and Cheese Loaf

    This golden loaf starts with convenient refrigerated dough and is stuffed with deli ham and three types of cheese. I created the recipe by experimenting with ingredients my family loves. It makes a delicious hot sandwich in hardly any time. —Gloria Lindell, Welcome, Minnesota

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    8/18

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    Turkey and Broccoli Pastry Braid

    This meal in one is an easy way to get kids—and adults—to eat broccoli. The puff pastry that wraps up turkey, cheese and veggies is pure, flaky goodness. —Jenelle Fender, Steinbach, Manitoba

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    10/18

    Ground Beef and Pepperoni Stromboli

    I've made this delicious Stromboli many times. It is perfect when friends and family get together on game day and always satisfies big appetites. —Shelley Banzhaf, Maywood, Nebraska

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    11/18

    This is an excellent dish to take to someone for dinner. It's also easy to change up the recipe with your favorite meats or cheeses. —Tricia Bibb, Hartselle, AL

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    12/18

    Italian Meat Stromboli

    As a mother of two, I seem to only have time for creativity when I'm in the kitchen. I received a similar recipe from a co-worker but decided to add veggies and spices to give it my own spin. —Denise Tutton, Ridgway, PA

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    13/18

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    Stromboli Sandwich

    I've made this Stromboli sandwich many times for parties, and it gets great reviews. You can add ingredients and spices to suit your taste. The recipe is so good I just had to share it with you! —Leigh Lauer, Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

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    14/18

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    Pepperoni Pizza Loaf

    This savory stromboli starts with frozen bread dough, so it comes together in practically no time. The golden loaf is stuffed with cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, peppers and olives. I often add a few slices of ham too. It's tasty served with warm pizza sauce for dipping. —Jenny Brown, West Lafayette, Indiana

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    15/18

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    Cheesy Sausage Stromboli

    I've had a hundred requests for this recipe over the years. Perfect for brunch or as an evening snack, this sausage-filled bread is not tricky to make—and I never have to worry about storing leftovers! —Vada McRoberts, Silver Lake, Kansas

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    16/18

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    Italian Stromboli

    My mother gave me this recipe to try and everyone loves it. It is so simple and quick to make.—Beth Bruhn, Willmar, Minnesota

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    Holiday Stromboli

    At our house, we wrap holiday leftovers in pizza crust as a yummy way to finish them off. Here’s to getting the flavor, without the all-day cooking. —Alia Slatton, Boulder, Colorado

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    Ham 'N' Cheese Stromboli

    I like to make several of these savory loaves to keep in the freezer for weeknight meals. Loaded with ham, broccoli and cheese, the spiral sandwich slices are ideal for folks with busy lifestyles. I shared a loaf with my co-workers and they loved it. —Susan Brown, Lithonia, Georgia

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    Originally Published: May 09, 2019

    18 Stromboli Recipes You Need to Try (2024)

    FAQs

    What is the difference between a calzone and a stromboli? ›

    A stromboli is larger and longer than a calzone and is baked as one piece and then cut into slices for serving a crowd. Calzones also start with pizza dough, but instead of forming a large rectangle, a small or medium ball is rolled or stretched out into a round.

    What comes in a stromboli? ›

    A stromboli is an Italian-American dish that features a rectangle of pizza dough or yeasted bread dough that's topped with mozzarella (sometimes Parmesan or other cheeses) and add-ons such as cured meats and veggies, and sometimes tomato sauce too.

    How long will stromboli keep in the refrigerator? ›

    Cooked stromboli will be good in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven at 350f until hot. Stromboli does freeze well so you can make it and freeze it for up to 3 months.

    Which has sauce inside calzone or stromboli? ›

    stromboli distinction is in how the sauce is featured. Stromboli tends to have a thin layer of sauce baked inside the dough, almost like dressing on a sandwich. Meanwhile, a calzone doesn't contain any, and the tomato sauce is instead served as a dipping sauce on the side.

    What's a Panzerotto? ›

    A panzerotto (Italian: [pantseˈrɔtto]; pl. : panzerotti, Italian: [pantseˈrɔtti]), also known as panzarotto ( Italian: [pantsaˈrɔtto]), is a savory turnover, that originated in Central and Southern Italian cuisine, which resembles a small calzone, both in shape and dough used for its preparation.

    Which is healthier calzone or stromboli? ›

    A calzone is healthier because it has less cheese. While a stromboli contains cheese and pepperoni, a calzone has leaner meat and whole-wheat dough. The whole-wheat dough is lower in calories and contains more fiber. You should also avoid processed meats.

    Is calzone more unhealthy than pizza? ›

    Did you know that a standard calzone has over 1000 calories? On the other hand, a slice of pizza is around 300 calories. So just because they're technically the same in terms of ingredients and taste, they're not! A calzone can equal 3 slices of pizza so choose wisely!

    What is a traditional stromboli? ›

    Stromboli is a type of baked turnover filled with various Italian cheeses (typically mozzarella) and usually Italian cold cuts (typically meats such as salami, capocollo and bresaola) or vegetables, served hot. The dough used is either Italian bread dough or pizza dough.

    What is in a deluxe stromboli? ›

    Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1.5” border along all the edges. Top with half the mozzarella and half the Parmesan, pepperoni slices, salami slices, capicola slices, mushrooms, cooked Italian sausage, cooked onion and green pepper, and green olives.

    Is stromboli actually Italian? ›

    Despite its distinctly Italian flavours of mozzarella, ham, tomatoes, and its close resemblance to the calzone from Naples, stromboli is actually an American creation that comes from Philadelphia. Find out how to make this classic Italian-American fusion dish and discover the story of its beginnings.

    Can you freeze homemade stromboli? ›

    Freezing Baked Stromboli: Allow baked stromboli to cool completely. Wrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil (or a layer of both), and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw, still wrapped, for just 1 hour at room temperature. Bake, lightly covered with aluminum foil, in a 350°F (177°C) oven for 30 minutes.

    Why does my stromboli split? ›

    The dough needs to be thick enough to support the weight of the toppings. Otherwise, your homemade stromboli will break apart when you try to seal it. Got ooze? Some toppings or oils from the meats may seep up and out of the slits in the dough, but don't panic!

    Is 2 day old pizza OK to eat? ›

    The USDA's food safety guidelines state that leftover pizza will last in the refrigerator for up to four days — provided the two-hour rule was followed beforehand. To properly refrigerate your leftover pizza, wrap it tightly in foil or plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container.

    What is good to serve with calzones? ›

    • Side Salads - Some salads that would pair perfectly here: Best Kale Salad or Favorite Chopped Salad.
    • Veggies and Dips - Try our healthy ranch dressing with a variety of vegetables.
    • Roasted Vegetables - All you have to do is fight over oven space!
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