We have often found ourselves at that dream dinner that you wouldn’t mind spending a month’s rent on! The sad part sets on when you cannot have all the treats. You may have to trash the leftovers, or carry them home, in which case you face the same dilemma as Stromboli lovers. If you can, you really want to know how to reheat Stromboli–and that’s what I will be teaching you today.
Can You Reheat Stromboli? If so, How?
Yes, you can reheat Stromboli.
Stromboli is a delicious Italian dish. If you do not have time to cook it when you are in the mood for it, no problem! There are plenty of ways that you can reheat Stromboli so that it tastes just as good or even better than if you had just made it in the first place.
The best method of all is whichever one fits your needs at the moment.
Here are the four methods you can reheat those tasty leftovers into a fresh heavenly meal.
Reheat Stromboli in The Microwave.
This is perhaps the quickest method of reheating Stromboli. Nevertheless, it’s not the most ideal but still cuts in. If you are in a hurry, you can compromise on taste and save some minutes.
Steps:
- Remove the leftover Stromboli from the fridge and allow them to thaw for a while over the counter.
- Empty the Stromboli from the container you stored into a microwavable dish or bowl.
- Put the bowl in the microwave, but don’t power it up yet.
- Put water into another smaller microwavable bowl and place it in the oven too.
- Set the microwave power to a medium-high setting and let your Stromboli heat for around five minutes.
- Stop to check if it’s reheated to your liking. If not, go for 2 more minutes.
- Retrieve the bowl from the microwave and set it aside to cool down for a moment.
- Serve your reheated Stromboli; enjoy!
The second bowl (containing water) is meant to save your snack’s crust from drying out and sometimes catching fire. The water steam will maintain the crust hydrated and soft.
Reheat Stromboli in The Oven.
This method is a little more time-consuming, but it’s worth it if you are willing to wait for a tastier result.
Steps:
- Remove the refrigerated Stromboli from the fridge and allow them to defrost for half an hour at room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C.
- Remove the Stromboli from its container and place it on a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil, and fold.
- Place the ‘package’ in a ceramic, metal, or any other oven-safe plate/bowl.
- Cook for 10 mins in the oven with the platter.
- Stop to check if it’s hot enough. If not, cook for 5 more minutes, or until it’s as hot as you please.
- Once cooked, remove the bowl from the oven and serve up your freshly baked reheated Stromboli; enjoy!
The purpose of letting the Stromboli defrost completely first is to allow the whole food mass to attain an even temperature. In turn, this ensures the snack absorbs heat evenly.
Reheat Stromboli in an air fryer.
This method is the quickest and relatively fast to reheat Stromboli. If you value a crispy Stromboli crust as I do, then this method should be the one you try out today.
Steps:
- Remove the refrigerated leftover Stromboli from the fridge and defrost for half an hour.
- Place the Stromboli in your air fryer basket and adjust the heat to 400-degrees F.
- Cook for between 3-4 minutes.
- Stop to check if it’s reheated enough. If not, cook for an extra minute but be careful not to dry the snack out.
- Once cooked, remove the air fryer basket from your machine and allow to rest for a minute. (It can be scalding, immediately out of the air fryer)
- Serve up your freshly revived Stromboli!
The air fryer is the quickest and most efficient method to reheat Stromboli because it uses continuous hot air. This ensures perfectly heated Stromboli from the entire exterior surface.
Reheat Stromboli in a Skillet.
This method is my favorite method of reheatingStromboli. I love crispy crusts, so the skillet is always my go-to method for cooking any type of pizza.
The great thing about this method is that you can even add a little more flavor to your snack before serving it up again!
However, you must be extra careful with the delicate crust. It’s easier to scorch it over a cast-iron skillet than with the other temperature-regulated methods.
Steps:
- Remove the Stromboli from the container and place them on a plate to defrost at room temperature.
- Place a nonstick skillet over a stove burner, set to medium heat level. Let the skillet preheat for 1 minute.
- Place the Stromboli on the pan and let it cook for 2 minutes. Check occasionally to avoid burning the snack.
- Turn the loaf over and heat the other side, but this time, the heat set to low.
- Drip about 5 drops of water over the pan surface (along the sides) and let it flow under the Stromboli.
- Place a cover over the food and let it steam as it reheats for 1 minute.
- Turn the burner off and remove the snack from the skillet.
- Let the snack cool off for a few seconds.
- Place on a chopping board and sliced thinly.
- Serve up your freshly reheated Stromboli; enjoy!
You can still use another approach to reheat Stromboli over a skillet.
Steps:
- Thaw the Stromboli.
- Preheat the skillet with the heat set to medium.
- Place the Stromboli on a chopping board and cut them up into bite-sized pieces.
- Place the Stromboli bit over the pan and apply some pressure on them using a spatula. This enhances the contact between the snack and the skillet surface.
- Cook for a minute as you turn the pieces over to heat up from both sides.
- Once heated to satisfaction, turn off the heat ad transfer it to a plate.
- Enjoy.
Thawing is pretty much essential, regardless of how you intend to reheat Stromboli. So, how do you ensure the snack is thawed in the best manner?
Let’s find out next.
How to Thaw Stromboli
You could thaw the Stromboli in the fridge if you had previously frozen them.
You could also place store the Stromboli in the refrigerator’s freezer compartment, in which case the snack will be partially frozen by the next day.
Partially frozen Stromboli can be thawed over the countertop for no more than an hour. Remember that the FDA instructs that all food (especially meat or food containing animal products) stored on the counter for longer than 2 hours should be thrown.
If you previously stored the Stromboli in the freezer, plan ahead and let it thaw in the fridge overnight or through the day if you intend to reheat it in the evening.
How do You Reheat Stromboli Leftover?
You can reheat leftover Stromboli a couple of ways, including in the oven, in a microwave, over a skillet, and even in an air fryer.
Since we’ve discussed the steps to follow for each method, it’s upon you to select which way works for you. This can be limited to what appliances you have at your disposal.
The Best Way to Reheat Stromboli
If you can afford any of the four methods of reheating Stromboli, consider the following factors to choose the best way to go:
- If you want to reheat the snack in a hurry without much care about the taste and texture changes, go for the microwave. You, however, run the risk of making a soggy mess out of your precious Stromboli.
- If you want to do things a little fast but can’t afford to lose the crust’s crispiness, an air fryer would be your best shot.
- A skillet will be the most ideal if you want to add a twist to your reheated Stromboli. You still have to pay attention throughout, as the skillet can easily burn your treats.
- The oven comes in whenever you have the patience. The wait time is absolutely worth it, and you get a more wholesome Stromboli experience as a reward.
How to Store Stromboli
Whereas Stromboli is a little different from pizza, it is equally perishable. There are two ways you can store the snack to get the best out of it; in the freezer or in the fridge.
Storing Stromboli in the freezer
This method can keep the Stromboli fresh and safe for up to 30 days.
Steps:
- If you intend to consume the Stromboli in parts, split it up first.
- Put every portion in a Ziploc freezer bag.
- Squeeze the air out of the baggie, or you can even vacuum seal it if possible..
- Label each portion with a marker, and place them in a freezer.
Storing Stromboli in the fridge
If you are an all-in type of person, this method is for you. You can store your snack this way for up to 3 days.
Steps:
- Place the leftover Stromboli in an airtight container or a sealable baggie.
- Place it at the back of your fridge where the temperature is low.
- You can also store the Stromboli in Tupperware if at all it can be sealed.
You can also store the Stromboli on the countertop for a maximum of 2 hours. Beyond that period, throw it away.
How to Tell if Stromboli is Done
You can tell Stromboli is done by checking its temperature. The internal temperature of your snack should be over 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
The internal temperature of the dough can be assessed with a meat thermometer, at the thickest portion of the Stromboli.
Also, pay attention to the crust’s color. The color of the baked crust should be more of a golden-brown or dark brown. If the color is light, it’s still raw in the middle.
You can still consider the cooking time. When baking, unlike pizza which takes about 20 minutes at 400-degrees F, Stromboli requires about 5 more minutes.
Can You Freeze Stromboli? If so, How?
Yes, you can freeze Stromboli either cooked or uncooked.
Freezing uncooked Stromboli
If you intend to cook it after freezing, follow the steps below:
Steps:
- Prepare your Stromboli as you would typically do.
- Place it in the freezer, but this time don’t place any foil or paper over it.Leave it for about an hour until it hardens slightly. This is enough to avoid a soggy crust.
- Transfer the Stromboli to a Ziploc freezer bag. Seal the bag after squeezing out the excess air, and preserve it in the freezer.
Freezing cooked Stromboli
If you intend to eat it after freezing, follow the steps below:
Steps:
- Make sure your Stromboli is entirely cool.
- Place it in a Ziploc/airtight bag, and preserve it in the freezer. You can store it this way for up to a month.
- Don’t forget to label it.
- If you intend to use it for more at different occasions before the 30-day period elapses, divide it into smaller portions and freeze each portion in a Ziploc bag.
- You will still need to thaw the cooked Stromboli before reheating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can you reheat Stromboli in a microwave?
Yes, you can. However, you must ensure the crust is crisp first. Otherwise, it will soak up and turn soggy losing its crunch.
As to the reheating method, you can choose from a microwave, an air fryer, and over, or a cast-iron skillet.
Always remember to preserve any leftover Stromboli, and thaw them before reheating.
Q. Can you eat Stromboli cold?
No. Eating Stromboli, while it is still warm, would taste best, but eating it cold would be an option only if you’re desperate.
Even though Stromboli and pizza are closely related, the delight in eating a pizza, either cold or hot, is nowhere around a cold Stromboli. The farthest you can go is room temperature. Below that, and your Stromboli is a goner.
Q. Can Stromboli be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can. Stromboli dough does not require time to rise, unlike pizza or bread. You can also keep it as a leftover and heat later on.
If you plan on cooking the dough later, store it in your fridge.
Can I freeze cooked Stromboli?
Yes, you can. You can do it similarly to how you freeze the raw dough. In this case, ensure you label the date to know when to use it safely.
Conclusion:
Reheating your Stromboli is a cinch. With four different methods, you can keep it warm and ready to eat in no time. If you’re feeling extra hungry or have an excuse for eating cold leftovers, don’t worry- there are ways to revive the deliciousness of this Italian dish without sacrificing its flavor or texture. From microwaves to ovens, air fryers, and skillets, we’ve covered all bases on how best to reheat your Stromboli so that it will taste just as good as when you first made it!
