Description
Enjoy a delightful twist on a classic with these Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese sandwiches. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, they feature layers of mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce, making them a fun and satisfying meal for all ages. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (your choice, sourdough or whole wheat recommended)
- 4 slices of mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices of pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
- 2 tablespoons of butter (softened, for spreading)
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder (optional, for a garlicky kick)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients on the counter for a smoother cooking process.
- Prepare the Bread: Lay out the slices of bread on a clean cutting board. Optionally, lightly toast the bread for a crunchier texture.
- Butter the Bread: Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice of bread for even browning.
- Prepare the Cheese and Pepperoni: Lay out mozzarella cheese slices and pepperoni. Cut larger pepperoni slices in half if needed.
- Mix the Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning and garlic powder for added flavor.
- Layer the Ingredients: On two slices of bread (butter-side down), add a layer of mozzarella cheese, followed by pepperoni, and a spoonful of pizza sauce.
- Add More Cheese: Place another slice of mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni and sauce.
- Top It Off: Place the other two slices of bread on top, butter-side up, creating two assembled sandwiches.
- Preheat the Pan: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the Sandwiches: Gently flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and crispy.
- Check for Melting: Press down gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt evenly. Cover with a lid for a minute if needed.
- Remove from Heat: Once both sides are golden and the cheese is melted, remove the sandwiches from the skillet.
- Slice and Serve: Let cool for a minute before slicing diagonally.
- Prepare for Dipping: Warm up extra pizza sauce in a small bowl for dipping.
- Enjoy: Serve warm with pizza sauce on the side, paired with a side salad or crispy potato chips.
Notes
- Experiment with Cheeses: Feel free to mix in other cheeses like provolone, cheddar, or parmesan for different flavors.
- Add Veggies: Sneak in some veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes