Combine the best of two worlds with this ooey-gooey Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or white bread work great)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 slices of pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Directions
1. Prepare the Bread:
- Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- Sprinkle a touch of Parmesan cheese on the buttered side for extra flavor (optional).
2. Assemble the Sandwich:
- Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add 6 slices of pepperoni (or other toppings) on top of the cheese.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of Italian seasoning for that authentic pizza flavor.
- Top each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
3. Cook the Sandwiches:
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place the sandwiches on the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing down lightly with a spatula.
- Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Slice each sandwich diagonally for easy handling.
- Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping, if desired.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Calories: ~400 kcal per sandwich
Servings: 2 sandwiches
This Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe is the perfect comfort food, blending crispy bread with gooey cheese and savory pizza toppings. Ideal for satisfying those pizza cravings in under 15 minutes!