Italian Beef Sub Square Bites Recipe
These Savory Italian Beef Sub Squares combine layers of delicious deli meats, provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, and pepperoncini on a flaky crescent roll dough base, brushed with a flavorful pesto and parmesan egg wash, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a party appetizer or a satisfying snack, these squares offer the bold flavors of an Italian sub in a convenient, bite-sized form.
- Prep Time: 20 Minutes
- Cook Time: 22 Minutes
- Total Time: 42 Minutes
- Yield: 16 squares
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cans (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent roll dough sheets
Meats
- ¼ pound sliced deli beef pepperoni
- ¼ pound sliced deli beef ham
- ¼ pound sliced Genoa beef salami
Cheese
- 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
Vegetables
- 12 ounces roasted red bell peppers, drained and sliced
- ½ cup canned sliced pepperoncini, drained
Other
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon prepared pesto
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll both cans of crescent roll dough sheets onto a lightly floured surface. Press the seams together gently to form one large rectangular sheet, ensuring a uniform base for your sub squares.
- Layer the Cheese and Meats: Evenly distribute the sliced provolone cheese over the dough, leaving a ½ inch border around the edges. Then layer the sliced beef pepperoni, beef ham, and Genoa beef salami over the cheese to build the classic Italian sub flavors.
- Add the Vegetables: Scatter the drained roasted red bell peppers and sliced pepperoncini evenly across the meat layer, adding tangy and sweet notes to balance the rich meats and cheese.
- Create and Apply the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the large egg, prepared pesto, and grated parmesan cheese until smooth. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over the entire surface of the assembled dough, which will provide a golden glaze and an extra burst of flavor.
- Slice into Squares: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the assembled dough into individual squares suitable for serving. Carefully transfer the squares onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart for even baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the squares for 18-22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese has melted beautifully.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the squares to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly further before serving warm to enjoy the full flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the roasted red bell peppers and pepperoncini well to avoid soggy dough.
- You can swap out the meats for turkey or vegetarian deli slices to customize the squares.
- These squares are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes if served later.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
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