Italian Crescent Roll Sandwich Bake Recipe
This Italian Crescent Roll Sandwich Bake is a savory, crowd-pleasing dish that layers ham, salami, provolone, pepperoni, and flavorful peppers inside soft, buttery crescent rolls. Topped with Italian seasoning, Parmesan, and olive oil, it’s baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a party appetizer or a hearty lunch with optional fresh lettuce and tomato slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cans of refrigerated crescent rolls
Meats
- 1/2 pound sliced ham
- 1/2 pound sliced salami
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
Cheeses
- 1/2 pound sliced provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup banana pepper rings, drained
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Other
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Optional: lettuce and tomato slices for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the sandwich bake.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls: Unroll both cans of refrigerated crescent rolls and press the dough into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, making sure to seal all perforations for a solid crust base.
- Layer Ingredients: Evenly layer the sliced ham, salami, provolone cheese, pepperoni, banana pepper rings, and roasted red peppers over the crescent roll dough in the baking dish to build the sandwich filling.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning evenly over the layered ingredients for added flavor and then sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover with Remaining Dough: Unroll the second can of crescent rolls and carefully place the dough on top of the layered ingredients, pressing the edges down to seal the sandwich bake completely.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Brush the entire top layer of crescent roll dough with 1/4 cup olive oil to ensure a golden, crispy crust as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the crescent roll crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the sandwich bake to cool for about 5 minutes. Slice into squares and serve warm. Optionally, add fresh lettuce and tomato slices for a refreshing crunch.
Notes
- You can substitute meats with your preferred deli selections or add veggies like olives for extra flavor.
- Ensure to drain the banana peppers and roasted red peppers well to avoid soggy layers.
- This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd and works well for potlucks or casual gatherings.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick meal the next day.
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