What bread works best for these sandwiches?

Thick, sturdy breads like sourdough or Italian hold up best. They crisp beautifully and soak in the garlic butter without falling apart.

Can I make these sandwiches vegetarian?

Absolutely. Skip the pepperoni and add veggies like mushrooms, olives, or spinach for a flavorful vegetarian version.

Which cheese melts best for this sandwich?

Mozzarella is the classic choice, but provolone or a mozzarella-cheddar blend works beautifully too.

What can I add for extra flavor or texture?

Try chili flakes in the garlic butter, or top sandwiches with extra grated parmesan for a crisp finish. Crunchy additions like pickled jalapeños or banana peppers are great too.

How do I prevent soggy sandwiches?

Let cooked sandwiches cool slightly before storing, and reheat in the oven or air fryer—not the microwave to bring back that golden crust.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes! It’s one of the easiest recipes for any skill level. If you can butter bread and flip a sandwich, you’ve got this.

Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe

Description

Crispy bread, mozzarella, and pepperoni meet tangy sauce for the ultimate cheesy, melty sandwich delight.

Ingredients

→ Garlic Butter

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Sandwich Assembly

8 thick slices sturdy bread such as sourdough or Italian

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce

24 thin slices pepperoni

Instructions

Combine softened unsalted butter, grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt in a small mixing bowl until evenly blended.

Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce or marinara sauce on 4 slices of bread. Evenly top each with shredded mozzarella cheese and 6 slices of pepperoni. Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.

Generously spread the prepared garlic butter over the outer sides of each assembled sandwich.

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill the sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and crisp and the cheese is melted.

Slice grilled sandwiches in half and serve immediately with extra warm marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Notes

Try provolone or cheddar if you don’t have mozzarella.

For a veggie version, use mushrooms or bell peppers.

Store cooled sandwiches in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: izza grilled cheese, family dinner, comfort food, Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Recipe