One of the worst parts of a gluten free lifestyle is giving up pizza and other Italian favorites. In the past few years, there have been some decent substitutes; but, at the end of the day, it's just not quite the same. And, as much as I love pizza- I also love a good Stromboli! Layers of ham, pepperoni, and cheese wrapped inside a warm carb hug. Oh, I mean...dough.

And, it may seem like some melted cheese and a little cream cheese and almond flour would never resemble anything similar to dough- but, it just works. I swear, it feels like a miracle. But sure enough, you roll it between pieces of parchment paper and ta da! I also recommend wrapping the Stromboli using the parchment paper. The "dough" is pretty thin and may crack or tear a bit. Then, the nice thing about using cheese is that it will melt. Ba-bye cracks.

This low carb stuffed bread is a crowd-pleaser! Perfect for brunch, a party, or a casual dinner. It's simple to make, BIG on flavor, and can easily be customized!

I mean...who can resist cheese layered with meat and more cheese?!?

Not me! Just allow the Stromboli to cool a bit before slicing... It's a lot of melted cheese after all!

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What is Stromboli?

Stromboli is a baked Italian turnover. Bread or pizza dough is filled with cold cuts, veggies, and cheese. Then, it's baked to a golden brown.

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Ingredients in Gluten Free Keto Stromboli

• Mozzarella Cheese
• Cream Cheese
• Almond Flour
• Ham
• Pepperoni
• Provolone Cheese
• Shredded Cheese
• Oregano

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Steps to Make Keto Stromboli

1. Make the dough. Microwave shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Then, stir in the almond flour. Place dough between two pieces of parchment paper and carefully roll into a rectangular shape.
2. Layer the toppings. Leave a little extra dough on one side. Then, carefully pile the toppings on about half of the dough.
3. Carefully fold the dough. Use the parchment paper to fold the dough over the toppings. I basically folded the dough over once, but left a little extra on each end for folding over too.
4. Bake and broil. Bake at 350 degrees for 14-16 minutes, until the top is beginning to brown. Then, set to high broil for 2-3 minutes, until top is nicely golden brown.
5. Enjoy! Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve as is or with a dish of marinara sauce.

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Other Stromboli Toppings & Variations

• Pepperoni
• Roasted Veggies
• Garlic
• Cheese: mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, muenster, swiss, Parmesan
• Cream Cheese
• Herbs
• Olives
• Ham
• Pastrami
• Pesto
• Alfredo Sauce
• Marinara Sauce

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Storing Stromboli

Store leftover Stromboli in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.

What is a Ketogenic Diet?

Many people find success in losing weight when they follow a ketogenic, or keto, diet. This diet is high in fat, moderate in protein, and low in carbohydrates. This forces the body to burn fat instead of carbs. People eat between 20-50 grams of carbohydrates per day to remain in ketosis.

To Learn More: A Detailed Beginner’s Guide to Keto

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