This ham and cheese stromboli brings pizzeria-style flavor to your kitchen without the cost. It’s cheesy, simple to make, and a great way to change up pizza night using a few smart shortcuts.
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If pizza night is feeling routine, a stromboli is an easy, satisfying change. It’s essentially pizza dough rolled around fillings—usually meat and cheese—and baked until golden. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a family-pleasing meal.
One of our go-to versions is a ham and cheese stromboli. This recipe is designed to be straightforward, using store-bought dough and simple steps so you can enjoy a pizzeria-style dinner at home.
What is a stromboli?
A stromboli is pizza dough rolled around fillings such as meats and cheese, baked until the crust is golden and the interior is hot and melty. It’s commonly sliced and served with a side of pizza or marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
To make this stromboli you’ll need:
- Pizza dough – Store-bought refrigerated pizza dough is recommended for convenience, though homemade dough works too.
- Spices – Garlic powder and onion powder for seasoning the dough.
- Cheese – Shredded sharp cheddar is used here; Swiss or mozzarella are good alternatives.
- Ham – Thinly sliced deli ham.
- Egg – One beaten egg for an egg wash to seal and glaze the crust.
How to Make
This ham and cheese stromboli is quick and easy to prepare.
1. Line a large cutting board with parchment paper. Place the pizza dough on the parchment and roll it into an approximately 8×12″ rectangle.
2. Sprinkle garlic powder and onion powder evenly over the dough.
3. Evenly distribute half of the shredded cheese over the seasoned dough, leaving a 1″ border on three sides and a 1½” border on one of the longer sides.
4. Layer the ham evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, still leaving the plain border of dough.
5. Brush the beaten egg around the border and reserve the remaining egg wash.
6. Starting at the shorter 1″ side, roll the dough tightly like a jelly roll until you have a long loaf.
7. Press the egg-washed border to seal and place the stromboli seam-side down in the center of the parchment. Pinch the ends together and tuck them underneath to secure.
8. Slide a rimmed baking sheet under the parchment, brush the remaining egg wash over the outside, and cut 3–4 shallow slits across the top to allow steam to escape.
9. Bake in a 400°F oven for 15–20 minutes, until the crust is golden and the dough is cooked through.
10. Remove from the oven and let the stromboli rest for 10 minutes. Slice and serve warm with your preferred dipping sauce.
What to Dip Stromboli Into
Stromboli is often served with pizza or marinara sauce, but ham and cheese pairs well with a variety of dips. Try:
- Marinara or pizza sauce
- Alfredo sauce
- Honey mustard
- Pesto
Storing Leftovers
Wrap leftover stromboli tightly in foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven until warmed through to maintain a crisp crust and melty interior.
Tips and Tricks
- If you prefer, use canned refrigerated pizza dough to make rolling easier. Choose regular, not thin crust, and roll to the same dimensions.
- To prevent sticking, lightly flour your cutting board before rolling the dough, then transfer it to parchment for baking.
- Make shallow slits across the top before baking so steam can escape and the filling heats evenly.
Other Ham and Cheese Recipes
Ham and cheese is a classic combination. If you enjoy this stromboli, try other easy recipes featuring the same flavors, such as ham and cheese sliders, bundt pan sub sandwiches, or pasta with ham.
Make this ham and cheese stromboli and enjoy! If you try the recipe, feel free to leave a comment about how it turned out.
Ham & Cheese Stromboli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb store bought pizza dough
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
- 1 large egg beaten
Instructions
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Line a large cutting board with parchment paper and roll the dough into an 8×12″ rectangle.
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Sprinkle seasonings over the dough.
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Leave a 1″ border on three sides and 1½” on one long side, then sprinkle half the cheese evenly over the dough.
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Layer the ham, then sprinkle the remaining cheese, keeping the border clear.
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Brush beaten egg around the edge and save the rest for glazing.
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Roll the dough tightly from the shorter side into a loaf.
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Seal the edges, place seam-side down on the parchment, tuck ends under, and brush with remaining egg wash. Cut 3–4 shallow slits on top.
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Bake at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
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Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
- Using canned refrigerated dough can make rolling easier—choose regular crust and keep the same rolled dimensions.
- Lightly flour the surface if you’re concerned about sticking, then transfer to parchment for baking.
- Cut slits in the top before baking so steam can escape and the interior cooks evenly.
Nutrition
recipe adapted from The Country Cook
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