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Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches

Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches

Craving deli-style subs at home? These Baked Italian Sub Sandwiches are cheesy, meaty, and baked to golden perfection!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Bread Base:

  • Italian hoagie rolls or sub buns 4 rolls
  • Sub: Ciabatta or baguette
  • Meats per sandwich:
  • 6 slices Genoa salami
  • 4 slices Capicola or hot ham
  • 6 slices pepperoni

Cheese (per sandwich):

  • 2 slices provolone cheese
  • Sub: Mozzarella or cheddar

Veggies & Add-ons:

  • Banana peppers or pepperoncini a few slices per sandwich
  • Thin-sliced red onion
  • Tomato slices for topping after baking
  • Shredded lettuce for topping after baking

Spreads & Seasonings:

  • Italian dressing or olive oil & vinegar mix
  • Garlic butter optional, for brushing rolls
  • Dried oregano
  • Crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

. Preheat Oven

  • Set to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

Slice & Prep Rolls

  • Slice hoagie rolls lengthwise, leaving a hinge intact. Drizzle inside with Italian dressing.

Layer the Fillings

  • Start with provolone slices on the bottom.
  • Layer meats: salami → capicola → pepperoni.
  • Add banana peppers, onions, and season with oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt/pepper.
  • Tip: Don’t overfill — balance flavor and structure.

Bake the Subs

  • Place open-faced subs on baking sheet.
  • Bake 10–12 minutes until cheese melts and edges toast.
  • For crispier tops, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.

Add Cold Toppings & Serve

  • Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  • Top with shredded lettuce and tomato slices.
  • Press gently, slice, and serve while hot.
  • Pro Tip: Wrap leftovers in foil and reheat in the oven for best texture.

Notes

🔄 Sub Swaps:
  • Turkey salami, mortadella, prosciutto
  • Mozzarella, cheddar, Swiss
  • Roasted red peppers or caramelized onions
🎨 Creative Variations:
  1. Spicy Melt: Pepper jack, jalapeños, and hot sauce
  2. Veggie Delight: Roasted eggplant, zucchini, peppers, pesto
  3. Thanksgiving Sub: Turkey, stuffing, cranberry, Swiss
  4. Caprese Style: Mozzarella, tomato, basil, balsamic drizzle
  5. Breakfast Sub: Scrambled eggs, crispy prosciutto, provolone
  6. Holiday Special: Fig jam, brie, prosciutto

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSodium: 1100mg
Keyword Italian Hoagie Sandwich
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