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Pizza Grilled Cheese

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This grilled cheese takes inspiration from pizza, layering gooey mozzarella and savory pepperoni inside buttery, garlic-seasoned bread. Pair it with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

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Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 18:54:24 GMT
A warm, crispy grilled cheese sandwich oozing with melted cheese and pepperoni, served on a rustic wooden surface. Pin it
A warm, crispy grilled cheese sandwich oozing with melted cheese and pepperoni, served on a rustic wooden surface. | chefmelt.com

Looking for the perfect comfort food combo? Check out this pizza grilled cheese sandwich! I whipped this up when torn between two favorites one evening and man, it turned out awesome. Picture crunchy buttered bread filled with gooey mozzarella, pepperoni and all those tasty pizza elements you crave. It's become such a hit that my children now beg for this instead of traditional pizza!

What Makes This Sandwich Special

You'll have this ready in just a few ticks - perfect when hunger strikes without warning! Mix in whatever pizza add-ons you fancy, and even your fussiest kids will jump at this meal. It's basically what happens when two beloved comfort dishes come together in one amazing creation!

Grab These Items

  • Butter: Gets your bread perfectly golden and crisp.
  • Quality Cheese: Some Parm and mozzarella for that stretchy goodness.
  • Pizza Goodies: Herbs, tomato sauce, pepperoni.
  • Solid Bread: Choose something that won't fall apart!
  • Taste Boosters: Italian herbs and garlic powder work wonders here.

Creating Your Sandwich

Boost Your Butter
Combine room temperature butter with Italian herbs, Parmesan and garlic powder. This mixture changes everything!
Stack It Up
Smear your enhanced butter on bread slices. Add mozzarella, then pepperoni, then more cheese because everyone loves extra.
Start Cooking
Use medium-low heat so cheese melts before your bread turns black. Push down lightly with spatula to help everything meld together.
Turn Carefully
Once it's golden underneath, flip gently. Remember the second side cooks quicker so keep an eye on it!
Ready To Devour
Slice it and watch that amazing cheese stretch! Grab warm pizza sauce for dipping and enjoy bliss!

Tips For Success

Take your time cooking, rushing won't do you any favors. Want something extra special? Drop some Parmesan directly onto the buttery outside. Got fresh mozzarella? Make sure you dry it properly or you'll end up with soggy bread. And don't forget extra dipping sauce, it's absolutely necessary!

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Three stacked grilled cheese sandwiches with cheese and marinara sauce dripping down, displayed on wooden background. | chefmelt.com

How To Enjoy

This needs to be eaten steaming hot for that amazing stretchy cheese moment! Got some left? Warm it up in a skillet not your microwave to keep that crunch. Need to make it feel like a complete dinner? Toss a simple green salad alongside to balance the richness.

Creative Variations

Throw in some fresh spinach leaves to feel slightly virtuous! Remember to cook everything slowly just like you'd see on cooking shows. And always shred your cheese yourself instead of buying pre-shredded bags - it really does make your sandwich melt way better!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the reason for using soft butter?

It’s much easier to spread, making for perfectly browned bread edges while toasting.

→ Can other cheeses work here?

Though mozzarella gives that classic pizza vibe, others like Gruyère or Raclette can bring their own flavors.

→ Why should the heat be set to medium-low?

This keeps the bread from scorching while letting the cheese go all soft and gooey.

→ Can I toss in some extra toppings?

Sure! Think mushrooms, bell peppers, or any topping you’d love on a pizza.

→ Why is there a triple layer of cheese?

To get the ultimate melt factor and to make sure everything stays together neatly.

Pizza Grilled Cheese

Sink your teeth into this toasty sandwich stacked with mozzarella, pepperoni, and layers of herby garlic butter.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes


Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American-Italian

Yield: 4 Servings (4)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter.
02 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
03 8 slices of classic white bread.
04 6 ounces of thinly sliced pepperoni.
05 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
06 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning mix.
07 12 slices of creamy mozzarella cheese.
08 Serve with some pizza sauce for dipping.

Instructions

Step 01

In a medium-sized bowl, stir together your softened butter, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until it's completely smooth.

Step 02

Take the butter mix and generously coat one side of each slice of bread, making sure it reaches all the edges.

Step 03

Place your buttered bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer, with the buttered side facing up.

Step 04

Set a large skillet on the stovetop over a low-medium heat until the surface feels warm but the butter won't burn.

Step 05

Pop the first slice of bread into the skillet, butter-side down, making sure it sits flat on the pan.

Step 06

Place a single slice of mozzarella cheese on top of the bread in the skillet, spreading it out evenly.

Step 07

Arrange six pepperoni slices on top of the first mozzarella layer.

Step 08

Lay another slice of mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni.

Step 09

Add another set of six slices of pepperoni across the second cheese layer.

Step 10

Cover everything with one final slice of mozzarella cheese.

Step 11

Finish it off by putting a second bread slice on top, butter-side facing up.

Step 12

Let the bottom side of the bread cook for 3-5 minutes, or until it turns a crisp, golden brown.

Step 13

Using a spatula, gently flip the sandwich while keeping the cheese layers intact.

Step 14

Let the other side cook for 3-5 minutes, until it's golden brown and the cheese melts perfectly.

Step 15

Serve the sandwiches right away alongside warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

  1. Quickly made recipe.
  2. Tastes just like pizza.
  3. Great for those comfort food cravings.
  4. Lots of cheesy goodness.

Tools You'll Need

  • A large skillet.
  • A baking sheet.
  • Mixing bowl for your butter mix.
  • A spatula to flip your sandwich.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy products like butter and cheese.
  • Includes wheat-based bread.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 580
  • Total Fat: 38 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
  • Protein: 24 g