This Deli Roll recipe is for the iconic New York Jewish deli classic, with savory deli meat and flavorful condiments baked inside flaky, dairy-free pastry dough.
Deli rolls make great spur-of-the-moment meals.
They're simple and budget-friendly. Just deli meat, pastry dough, and your favorite condiments!
Terrific for parties, events, and picnics, for a quick dinner at the end of a long and busy day, or even when sudden guests decide to pop over.
And they're easy to customize. Use your favorite combination of deli meats and condiments to make each roll exactly the way you like it.
And you can even make them to size in advance so everyone can have their own roll instead of slices!
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What ingredients are needed for deli rolls?
dairy-free pastry dough
deli meat
condiments
egg (for egg wash, optional)
sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What kind of deli meat can I use?
You can use your favorite combination of deli meats, such as turkey, corned beef, balogna, pastrami, or salami. Mix and match different meats to create your preferred flavor combination.
What condiments can I put in a deli roll?
Use your favorite condiments, such as mustard, ketchup, Russian dressing, or another sauce that pairs well with deli meat. You can customize each roll to your taste.
Can I make smaller deli rolls?
Yes. You can cut the long roll into smaller portions before baking, making individual-sized deli rolls that are easy to serve at parties, events, or family gatherings.
Can I make deli rolls ahead of time?
Yes. You can assemble the deli rolls ahead of time and keep them refrigerated until you're ready to bake them. This makes them convenient for entertaining or preparing a meal in advance.
How should I store leftover deli rolls?
Store leftover deli rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the oven, toaster oven, or microwave until warmed through.
Can I freeze deli rolls?
Yes. Let the baked deli rolls cool completely, then wrap them well and store them in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating.
Putting deli rolls together:
Roll out the puff pastry dough into a rectangle.
Spread your condiments over the dough (not shown here).
Then, lay deli meat out in overlapping layers (below are turkey slices with salami slices on top) on the dough. Then, tightly roll from the long side.
Spread egg wash on top or, if you don't want egg, do what I did below and just lightly wet the top and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
Make small cuts in the top of the raw roll for where you will want to slice after baking, so you can slice it like this:
Otherwise, it will be harder to slice when it comes out of the oven and look like this:
To make individual deli rolls, slice to size before placing in the oven:
Here's another delicious puff pastry party idea!
And a delicious dairy-free dressing to drizzle on your deli roll!
Recommended sides for your deli roll:
Deli Roll
A delicious dairy-free deli roll with deli meat slices, condiments, and puff pastry dough.
Ingredients
- Raw puff pastry dough, dairy-free
- deli meat slices (turkey and/or salami and/or bologna and/or pastrami, etc.)
- condiments (mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, duck sauce, etc.), as desired
- 1 egg, beaten (if you want to brown the top)
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Roll out puff pastry dough to approximately ⅛" thick (see notes for length and width)*
- Spread whichever condiments you are using over the side of the dough that is facing upward.**
- Place the slices of deli meat in overlapping layers.
- Tightly roll the dough with the meat from the longer side of the dough.
- Make slits in the top for better baking and easier cutting.
- Coat the roll on the top and sides with the beaten egg if you want to brown it.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds, if desired.
- Place baking/parchment paper on a baking sheet or baking pan and lay the roll on top.
- Place in an oven that has been preheated to 350°F and bake for 30 - 40 minutes or until the roll has turned golden brown.
- Slice into smaller rolls or slices.
Notes
* The length of the dough should be according to how long you want your roll to be, and the width should be around 1" longer on the top and bottom of the deli meat that you have laid out (ie if the layers of deli meat take up 12 inches, then the width of the dough should be around 14 inches).
**You don't have to use condiments at all if you prefer.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 376Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 393mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 2gSugar: 0gProtein: 6g
