Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese
Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that brings together crispy, buttery bread, gooey melted cheese, and spicy pepperoni in a delightful sandwich. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, delivering a flavor explosion with every bite. Serve it with a side of pizza sauce for dipping to elevate your snacking experience!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 10 slices pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons pizza sauce
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer cheddar and mozzarella cheese along with pepperoni on the unbuttered side of one slice; add more cheese and top with the other slice (butter side out).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Flip and repeat until both sides are crispy.
- Remove from heat, spread pizza sauce on top, and cut in half.
- Serve immediately with extra pizza sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (220g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping pepperoni for your favorite deli meats or adding veggies like bell peppers or olives. Experiment with different cheeses such as gouda or provolone for added flavor.