Sourdough Stromboli Golden Bread (Print-Friendly Format)

Crusty sourdough envelops melty cheese and rich meats, baked golden for a satisfying Italian-inspired meal.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 56 grams butter, softened (or coconut oil as alternative)
02 - 21 grams honey or 12 grams sugar
03 - 8 grams salt
04 - 113 grams active sourdough starter
05 - 295 grams water
06 - 560 grams all-purpose flour

→ Filling and Finish

07 - 90 grams salted butter (6 tablespoons)
08 - 0.5 gram garlic powder (0.5 teaspoon)
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 8 slices deli ham or Canadian bacon
12 - 24 slices salami
13 - 28 slices pepperoni
14 - Grated parmesan cheese, to garnish (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine all dough ingredients in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Knead for 10 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and passes the windowpane test.
02 - Cover and allow the dough to rise in a warm environment for 10–12 hours until doubled in size.
03 - Melt the butter in a small bowl, then stir in garlic powder and minced parsley. Set aside.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 35 x 30 centimeters, dusting with flour as necessary.
05 - Brush the rolled dough surface with a portion of garlic butter. Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella, leaving a 5 cm border on the sides and a 2.5 cm border at the top and bottom. Layer ham or Canadian bacon, salami, and pepperoni across the center.
06 - Starting along a long edge, tightly roll the dough around the filling. Tuck in the ends and pinch to seal, ensuring a seam along the bottom. Optionally wrap and refrigerate for 12–15 hours for make-ahead preparation.
07 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Transfer the stromboli to a parchment-lined baking sheet seam-side down. Brush with remaining garlic butter.
08 - Bake 25–30 minutes until golden brown and thoroughly cooked.
09 - Remove stromboli from the oven and brush with any reserved garlic butter. Cool for 15 minutes, then slice. Garnish with grated parmesan if desired and serve.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For easier slicing, allow the stromboli to cool briefly after baking. Stromboli can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking for added convenience.