Hey there, pizza and grilled cheese lovers! Austin here from Beyond The Bayou Blog. Man, do I have an epic creation for you today that combines two of life’s greatest comfort foods? This pizza grilled cheese sandwich is what dreams are made of!
A few months back, I was craving both pizza and a gooey grilled cheese, but couldn’t decide which delicious path to go down. That’s when the light bulb went off – why not mash them together into one knockout dish? After a few rounds of experimentation, I finally nailed down this recipe that’ll rock your world.
Imagine crispy, buttery bread encasing a molten center of marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and all your favorite pizza toppings. It’s insanely tasty, surprisingly easy to make, and perfect for anytime indulgence. Let me walk you through how to create this. You can also try more such appetizers here.
Why Do I Love This Recipe?
- Kid-Friendly: Even picky eaters love this meal, making it perfect for kids.
- Customizable: Fill these pizza grilled cheese sandwiches with everyone’s favorite ingredients to make a sandwich tailored to each person’s tastes.
- Easy Recipe: Enjoy the flavors of your favorite pizza without the hassle of making a traditional pizza.
Pizza Grilled Cheese Recipe
Equipment
- Medium-sized bowl
- Skillet with lid
- Sheet tray
- Spatula
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter very soft
- 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
For assembly:
- 8 Slices white bread
- 12 Slices mozzarella cheese
- 6 ounces pepperoni
- Warm pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Mix butter, parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Spread butter mixture on bread slices.
- Layer mozzarella and pepperoni between bread slices.
- Grill sandwiches until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
Here You Go with Some Secret Tips!
- Cook in Batches: It’s best to cook these sandwiches in batches to avoid overcrowding your pan.
- Keep Crispy: To maintain crispiness, place finished sandwiches on a wire rack over a sheet tray to prevent them from getting soggy.
- Add Ingredients: Enhance your sandwich by adding extra ingredients; check out my suggestions above.
- Double the Recipe: Easily double the recipe for more servings.
- Variety of Cheese: Experiment with different cheeses; mozzarella is great for the pizza theme, but provolone or parmesan also works well.
- Freezing: Follow the instructions above if you want to freeze these sandwiches.
- Moisture in Toppings: If adding extra toppings, ensure they are not too moist or pre-cook them.
- Low Heat: Cook at a low heat to melt the cheese without burning the bread.
- Non-Stick Pan: Use a non-stick pan to prevent the crispy crust from sticking.
What to Serve with Pizza Grilled Cheese?
