Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Printable)
A melty sandwich blending mozzarella, pepperoni, and herbs for a quick, satisfying meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
→ Cheese
02 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Spreads & Sauces
04 - 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Toppings
06 - 8–10 slices pepperoni (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
# Directions:
01 - Spread 1 tablespoon softened butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.
02 - Place two bread slices butter-side down. Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
03 - Layer mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices (if using), Parmesan cheese, oregano, and basil on top of the sauced bread.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side facing up.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, slice diagonally, and serve immediately.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- It delivers all the nostalgic flavors of pizza in about 20 minutes flat
- The buttery, crispy exterior gives way to that perfect cheese pull we all chase
- You can customize it with whatever pizza toppings are languishing in your fridge
02 -
- Low and slow heat is your friend here—too high and you will burn the bread before the cheese melts
- Pressing gently while cooking helps the cheese adhere to both bread slices, preventing that sad slide apart
- Letting it rest for even 60 seconds makes a huge difference in how neatly it slices
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one—the heavy press it creates gives the most even, golden crust
- Grate your own mozzarella if you want it to melt faster and more evenly than pre sliced