Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese
A fusion of two comfort food favorites—grilled cheese and pepperoni pizza. This sandwich features gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and zesty marinara sauce between crispy golden bread.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or your favorite type)
Butter or mayonnaise (for spreading)
1 cup shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
Pepperoni slices
Marinara or pizza sauce
Parmesan cheese (optional, for added flavor)
Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Spread butter or mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
- Place the bread slices buttered side down on a hot skillet or griddle.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread.
- Top with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
- Layer with pepperoni slices and optionally sprinkle with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
- Top with the second slice of bread, sauce side down.
- Cook on medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- For a veggie version, replace pepperoni with mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
- Use a mix of provolone, cheddar, and mozzarella for an extra cheesy bite.
- Add jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free bread and check the sauce ingredients.
- For a low-carb option, use keto bread or cauliflower sandwich thins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/pepperoni-pizza-grilled-cheese/
