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    Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

    Published: Feb 18, 2022 by Chef Dennis Littley

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    When it comes to sandwiches my Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich is one of my all-time favorites! Stuffed with mozzarella, pepperoni, American cheese it’s a delicious twist on a classic sandwich!

    stack of Pepperoni Pizza grilled cheese sandwiches on a white plate

    Trust me when I say combing Pepperoni Pizza sand Grilled Cheese is pure genius and a great way to make a boring lunch a culinary adventure!

    Pepperoni Pizza grilled cheese sandwiches on a white plate

    When it comes to grilled cheese sandwiches, I promise you’ll love this sandwich, it adds the deliciousness of pepperoni pizza to grilled cheese.

    Table of Contents:

    • What Ingredients do I need to make Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich?
    • What type of bread can I use for my grilled cheese sandwiches?
    • What type of cheese should I use to make grilled cheese sandwiches?
    • How do I make Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches?
    • Can I mak baked pepperoni pizza grilled cheese sandwiches in the oven?
    • Recipe FAQ’s
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    • Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Nutrition

    What Ingredients do I need to make Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich?

    ingredients to make pepperoni pizza grilled cheese

    Let’s start by gathering the ingredients we need to make Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. In Chef Speak this is called the “Mise en Place” which translates to “Everything in its Place”.

    Not only does setting your ingredients up ahead of time speed up the cooking process, it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

    What type of bread can I use for my grilled cheese sandwiches?

    My favorite bread for hearty grilled cheese sandwiches is sourdough. If I’m making standard grilled cheese, potato bread or good old white bread is a great choice, but you can use any type of bread you like to make these delicious sandwiches.

    What type of cheese should I use to make grilled cheese sandwiches?

    Using a cheese that melts well is a key factor in making your choice. I love to use a combination of cheese for my grilled cheese using American cheese and mozzarella cheese. But you can use cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, or your favorite cheese with this recipe (as long as it melts well).

    How do I make Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches?

    two images showing how to begin making pepperoni pizza grilled sandwiches
    • Start building your sandwiches by placing four slices of sourdough bread on the counter Cover each slice of bread with 2 cheese slices of American cheese on each slice of bread.
    • Place the slices of pepperoni on top of the american cheese on each of the bottom slices of the sourdough.
    two images showing the next two steps in making the sandwiches
    • Spread about 1 ounce of pizza sauce on top of the pepperoni on each sandwich
    • Add the mozzarella on top of the pizza sauce on each sandwich.
    two images showing the final steps in making the grilled cheese sandwiches
    • Top the two finished sandwiches halves, with the other slice of sourdough that you have cheese already on, with the cheese facing the pepperoni.
    • Melt the butter in a small pan over low heat, then using a pastry brush, brush one side of each of the sandwiches liberally with the melted butter
    two images showing how to grill the sandwich
    • Heat your pan on the stove top until it is hot enough to toast the bread.
    • Place the buttered side down on the pan.
    • Turn the stove down to medium heat, and cover the sandwich with a pot lid to keep the heat in and help the cheese to melt. After about 3-4 minutes check the bread on the pan to see how the color is. It should be toasted a dark golden brown.
    • Brush butter on the side that is up, then turn it over to repeat the process of toasting the bread. (Use the pot lid again to help melt the cheese) After 3-4 minutes check that side, to see how the color is.

    *If the cheese is not fully melted, turn the heat down to low and keep the lid covering the sandwich until the cheese has melted. Just be careful not to burn the bread.

    stack of Pepperoni Pizza grilled cheese sandwiches on a white plate

    As far as Sandwiches go, this was too good. I should have had some self-control and not eaten them both, but the combination of flavors and the gooey cheese melting and oozing out the side the sandwiches made it impossible to resist!

    These sandwiches would be perfect for an after-school snack, or a fast and easy dinner. Just serve them up with a side salad or a bowl of soup and you have a meal worth remembering!

    Can I mak baked pepperoni pizza grilled cheese sandwiches in the oven?

    Yes, you can! Brush the sandwiches with butter and place them on a sheet pan into a 425 degree preheated oven for 6-8 minutes or until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese melts

    Carefully turn each of the sandwiches and bake for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.

    *Watch the sandwiches carefully because the time can vary depending on the type and thickness of the bread used and the type of cheese. Golden brown to burnt will only take a little while.

    Recipe FAQ’s

    What cheese goes well with pepperoni?

    I love the taste of cheddar, and provolone with pepperoni slices, but just about any cheese you enjoy eating will pair well with pepperoni. Try it with gouda, gorgonzola or bleu cheese for a taste adventure!

    What is sandwich pepperoni?

    Sandwich pepperoni is also known as slicing pepperoni can be found at your grocer’s deli counter. It’s a wider version of stick pepperoni that most people are familiar with. It goes great in sandwiches and salads as well as a topping for pizza.

    Can I use marinara instead of pizza sauce?

    Yes, you can. The only issue with using marinara is it’s not as thick as pizza sauce. Pizza sauce is also uncooked, whereas marinara is a cooked sauce.

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    Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese

    When you want a sandwich that will rock the house try my Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese.  Just make sure you enough for seconds!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time10 minutes mins
    Course: sandwich
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 1158kcal
    Author: Chef Dennis Littley

    Ingredients

    • 4 slices of sourdough bread thickly sliced from a wide loaf.
    • ¼ lb American cheese
    • 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 16 slices slicing pepperoni thinly sliced
    • 2 ounces pizza sauce
    • 4 ounces unsalted butter melted
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    Instructions

    • Start building your sandwiches by placing four slices of sourdough bread on the counter Cover each slice of bread with a total of 2 cheese slices on each slice of bread.
    • Place the pepperoni on top of the american cheese on each of the bottom slices of the sourdough.
    • spread about 1 ounce of pizza sauce on top of the pepperoni on each sandwich
    • Place half the mozzarella on top of the pizza sauce on each sandwich.
    • Top the two finished sandwiches halves, with the other piece of sourdough that you have cheese already on, with the cheese facing the pepperoni.
    • Melt the butter in a small pan over low heat, then using a pastry brush, brush one side of each of the sandwiches liberally with the melted butter
    • Heat your pan on the stove top until it is hot enough to toast the bread.
    • Place the buttered side down on the pan.
    • Turn heat down to medium, and cover the sandwich with a pot lid to keep the heat in and help the cheese to melt. After about 3-4 minutes check the bread on the pan to see how the color is. It should be toasted a dark golden brown.
    • Brush butter on the side that is up, then turn it over to repeat the process of toasting the bread. (Use the pot lid again to help melt the cheese) After 3-4 minutes check that side, to see how the color is.
    • If the cheese is not fully melted, turn the heat down to low and keep the lid covering the sandwich until the cheese has melted. Just be careful not to burn the bread.
    • Place sandwich on plate, cut in half, serve and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1158kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 80g | Saturated Fat: 46g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 218mg | Sodium: 2218mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2267IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 813mg | Iron: 6mg
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    1. Danielle

      June 03, 2020 at 3:21 pm

      5 stars
      Easy, quick, and delicious! Thank you Chef Dennis. 😀

      Reply
    2. Maria

      April 12, 2017 at 7:21 pm

      Kid food is my favorite kind of food;) YUM! We make challah bread pizza twists with cheese and pepperoni in them that we dip in marinara, so this is an even easier version!! Love it!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        April 12, 2017 at 7:57 pm

        Thanks Maria, and your version sounds delicious too!

        Reply
    3. Liann S.

      September 08, 2016 at 12:25 am

      5 stars
      Hi Chef! I just came here from Google + through your Peaches & Cream Cake recipe. The pic for this looked soooo tempting, I clicked and WOW! As soon as I read it, I bookmarked it as OMG Pizza Grilled Cheese 🙂

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        September 08, 2016 at 6:59 am

        it is one of my all time favorite sandwiches Liann, I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for coming over from G+!!

        Reply
    4. D Duffy

      July 28, 2016 at 12:14 am

      5 stars
      Wow – your presentation makes it look great – I love the oozing stack!!! But even better – every single person I know would love to eat this – it’s a winner!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        July 28, 2016 at 9:02 am

        It was oh so delicious! I hope you get to try it

        Reply
    5. Maria

      May 15, 2014 at 4:02 am

      Hi, Chef Dennis , I am your friend on google+ and follow your food picture from google + to your site. It is amazing. Your recipes are so great. I would like to have a try this recipe. Thanks, Dennis

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        May 16, 2014 at 9:26 am

        it was a delicious sandwich Maria, one of my favorites! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

        Reply
    6. Alan

      December 20, 2013 at 12:43 am

      Really nice little recipe you have here. Can I replace American cheese with normal cheese?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        December 20, 2013 at 8:12 am

        you can use any type of cheese you like Alan, as long as you enjoy the sandwich thats all that matters!

        Reply
    7. Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch)

      September 02, 2013 at 8:40 am

      5 stars
      Boy the title of this one had me clicking to read more. What a delicious idea for a grilled cheese. And the photo makes me want to reach right in to the screen and grab a slice. Thanks for the idea Chef Dennis.

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        September 02, 2013 at 10:54 am

        Lea Ann, it was almost too good! Sadly I had no problem devouring both sandwiches! Hope you enjoy them as much as I did!

        Reply
    8. Kate | Food Babbles

      August 31, 2013 at 9:12 pm

      Whoa! Now that’s what I call grilled cheese. Love this unique spin!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        September 01, 2013 at 7:59 am

        thanks Kate! It was one (or should I say) two tasty sandwiches!

        Reply
    9. Ashlee @ The Crunchy Moose

      August 26, 2013 at 8:30 pm

      My mouth is watering! What a great idea

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 8:35 pm

        thanks Ashlee!

        Reply
    10. Larry

      August 26, 2013 at 1:59 pm

      That is a serious sandwich and the gooey cheese sliding toward the plate has my mouth watering – grilled cheese is a favorite here,

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 8:11 pm

        I knew you would like this sandwich Larry! Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    11. RavieNomNoms

      August 26, 2013 at 12:20 pm

      Oh my goodness that looks great! What a perfectly amazing grilled cheese!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 1:03 pm

        thanks Raven, they were almost too good!

        Reply
    12. Jennifer-The Adventuresome Kitchen

      August 26, 2013 at 8:55 am

      *Brilliant* we’ve done snobby grilled cheese before, but this is *Brilliant*. My girls are going to LOVE this! Grilled cheese sammies are very special occasion for us- a real treat. Great idea Dennis!

      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 10:30 am

        Thanks Jennifer, I hope your girls enjoy them as much as I did!

        Reply
    13. adam @unorthodoxepicure

      August 26, 2013 at 7:45 am

      I think these would work for breakfast too, as I’m craving them at 7:45 in the morning! Beautiful!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 10:30 am

        LOL they would make a fine breakfast Adam!

        Reply
    14. Kath

      August 26, 2013 at 7:30 am

      What a great idea! I had to laugh because I always gorge on (um…enjoy) things Bob doesn’t like when he’s away, too. 🙂

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 10:30 am

        I felt like such a pig…sigh, but those sandwiches were too good! Thanks Kath!

        Reply
    15. Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com

      August 26, 2013 at 6:28 am

      These “sammies” are definitely not for sharing!
      Awesome take on grilled cheese! Gorgeous photos!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 10:29 am

        Thanks Shashi, they were delicious~

        Reply
    16. movita beaucoup

      August 26, 2013 at 4:20 am

      Whenever we’ve had a rough week, we break out the grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. It is law. Aaaaaand now you’ve taken our comfort food to the next level. So things are gunna be alllllllright….

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 5:41 am

        I know what you mean about comfort food, Grilled cheese and tomato soup have always been one of those special meals for me since grade school. This sandwich almost blends them both together.

        Reply
    17. Dionne Baldwin

      August 25, 2013 at 11:29 pm

      5 stars
      I don’t know why I never thought of a pizza sandwich as a grilled cheese option, but that is not a problem because you did! This is going to happen at my house with our little grill. We love pizza and we love hot sandwiches. Now that fall is coming it’s probably going to be dinner once or twice. 🙂

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 26, 2013 at 5:42 am

        it was such a good idea Dionne, I hope your family enjoys them as much as I did!

        Reply
        • Natali McKee

          April 21, 2015 at 5:48 pm

          Add a little Lawry’s Garlic Salt on the outside, and BAM! Perfection.

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