Description
Garlic butter stromboli squares bring Italian-inspired comfort to your kitchen, offering a mouthwatering blend of melted cheese and savory herbs. Crispy edges and gooey center make these squares a perfect shareable appetizer that delivers bold flavor in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup warm water
Filling:
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 lb pepperoni slices
- 1/4 lb salami slices
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Garlic Butter Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm water with sugar, allowing it to become foamy and fragrant for about 5-7 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, creating a well in the center for the yeast mixture.
- Pour olive oil and activated yeast into the flour, kneading until a smooth, elastic dough forms, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, maintaining an even thickness throughout.
- Spread marinara sauce across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Layer pepperoni and salami evenly over the sauce, followed by a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, pinching the seams to seal completely.
- Slice the log into 1-inch thick squares and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan, adding minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the stromboli squares.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and cheese becomes bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Proofing yeast carefully ensures a light, airy dough texture that makes stromboli squares soft and delicious.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help dough rise consistently and develop better flavor profile.
- Always seal edges tightly when rolling to prevent filling from leaking during baking, creating messy results.
- For gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with a high-quality gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum for proper dough structure.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg