It’s a wonderful way to turn simple pizza dough into something special.
The filling is made with fresh spinach sautéed in olive oil and garlic, seasoned with a little red pepper flakes, and layered with plenty of cheese.
I love how versatile this recipe is because you can change the cheese to whatever your family enjoys. We used pepper jack for a little extra flavor, but mozzarella, provolone, Havarti, or cheddar are all delicious choices.
The best part is that you don’t have to make homemade dough if you’re short on time. Store-bought Italian pizza dough works beautifully, making this an easy recipe to prepare any day of the week.
Serve it warm with a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping, and you’ll have a delicious meal everyone will enjoy!
Why You Will Love Spinach Roll Stuffed Pizza Dough
- Easy to make: Use homemade or refrigerated Italian pizza dough.
- Fresh ingredients: Garlic, spinach, olive oil, and cheese make a flavorful filling.
- Customizable: Use your favorite combination of cheeses.
- Great for entertaining: Slice it into smaller pieces for parties and appetizers.
- Make-ahead friendly: Prepare the filling ahead of time to save time when assembling.
- Perfect for dipping: Warm marinara sauce makes a wonderful addition.
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Tips
- Use deli cheese, thickly cut slices of your favorite cheese (we used pepper jack)
- Always keep the dough at least 1/2 inch in thickness so the filling won’t poke through the dough
- If you are a meat lover, add cooked meats of any kind (IE pepperoni, bacon, and sausage are good choices)
- Substitute another sauteed green you may prefer
- This roll can be made with a variety of mix-in additions
- Frozen bread dough is not recommended it has too much moisture in it
- Bake until the outside of the roll is browned at 400 degrees
- For a glistening sheen beat an egg and brush before baking
- These can be made ahead of time for parties and frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat wrapped in foil in the oven or in the air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes if you want a crispier outside crust
Filling Mix-In Alternatives:
- any kind of peppers
- any kinds of mushrooms (canned or fresh)
- chopped tomatoes
- black or green olives
- chopped regular broccoli or broccoli rabe cooked
- sauté raw spinach or other cooked greens like escarole
- eggplant
- onions
- minced fresh garlic
- cooked sausage
- pepperoni
- capicola
- sauteed shrimp, scallops with mozzarella
- cheese and drained tuna with sharp cheddar
- meatballs in crushed tomato sauce
- Best cheeses to use
- Mozzarella: Classic, mild, and wonderfully stretchy.
- Provolone: A delicious Italian flavor with great melting qualities.
- Pepper Jack: Adds a little spice and extra flavor.
- Havarti: Creamy and buttery.
- Cheddar: Gives the filling a sharper, richer flavor.
- Pecorino Romano: Adds a salty, savory finish. I recommend keeping this in the recipe even when changing the sliced cheese.
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Spinach Roll Questions and Answers
- Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?
Yes! Thaw frozen spinach completely and squeeze out as much moisture as possible before using it. You can substitute approximately 10 ounces of frozen spinach for the 16 ounces of fresh spinach.
- Why did my Stromboli dough split open?
Excess moisture from the spinach, overfilling, or not sealing the edges properly can cause the dough to split. Always drain and cool the filling before assembling.
- Can I make this with homemade pizza dough?
Absolutely! Homemade Italian pizza dough works beautifully. Just make sure it is rested enough to roll out easily.
- Can I use different cheeses?
Yes! Mozzarella, provolone, Havarti, cheddar, and pepper jack are all great options. Use whichever cheese your family enjoys.
- Do I have to serve it with marinara?
No. It’s delicious on its own, but marinara makes a wonderful dipping sauce.
- Can I make this without red pepper flakes?
Of course! Leave them out for a milder spinach and cheese filling.
Spinach Roll Stuffed Pizza Dough
Yield: 10
Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 45 MinTotal time: 1 Hour
Homemade pizza dough filled with sauteed spinach stuffed inside baked, then sliced eaten warm.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of pizza dough, homemade or store-bought (Italian dough, not the frozen bread dough loaves that have milk in it)
- 16 ounces of baby spinach, washed and blotted dry with paper towels
- 3 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing the spinach
- 3 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
- red pepper flakes to taste ( a few dashes for heat)
- salt and pepper to taste
- around 1/4 cup of grated Pecorino Romano Cheese (more for the top if desired
- thick slices of cheese (we used pepper jack), any kind you prefer
- Garnish topping: 1 beaten egg, Italian seasoning herbs, more grated cheese
- Serve with warm marinara (this is optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for approximately 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Drain the spinach very well, removing as much liquid as possible. Blot with paper towels and allow it to cool completely.
- Roll pizza dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the cooled spinach down the center, leaving room around the edges.
- Sprinkle with Pecorino Romano cheese and arrange sliced cheese over the spinach.
- Fold in the short ends, then fold and roll the dough like a jelly roll. Pinch the seams closed.
- Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Cover loosely and let rise in a warm place for approximately 35 minutes.
- Brush the top with egg wash and sprinkle with herbs and additional grated cheese.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest for approximately 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Notes
Tips
- Use deli cheese thickly cut slices of your favorite cheese (we used pepper jack)
- Always keep the dough at least 1/2 inch in thickness so the filling won’t poke through the dough
- If you are a meat lover, add cooked meats of any kind (IE pepperoni, bacon, and sausage are good choices)
- Substitute another sautéed green you may prefer
- This roll can be made with a variety of mix-in additions
- Frozen bread dough is not recommended it has too much moisture in it
- Bake until the outside of the roll is browned at 400 degrees
- For a glistening sheen, beat an egg and brush before baking
- These can be made ahead of time for parties and frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat wrapped in foil in the oven or in the air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes if you want a crispier outside crust
Filling Mix-In Alternatives:
(additions with any combinations)
- any kind of peppers
- any kinds of mushrooms (canned or fresh)
- chopped tomatoes
- black or green olives
- chopped regular broccoli or broccoli rabe cooked
- other cooked greens like escarole
- eggplant
- onions
- minced fresh garlic
- cooked sausage
- pepperoni
- capicola
- sauteed shrimp, scallops with mozzarella
- cheese and drained tuna with sharp cheddar
- meatballs in tomato sauce crushed
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