Pizza Grilled Cheese: The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup 🍕🧀

Okay, be honest: who doesn’t love grilled cheese? But like… what if I told you it could be even better? Like, I’m talking pizza level better. Yup, this Pizza Grilled Cheese is about to be your new obsession. Just imagine biting into gooey cheese, pepperoni, and that buttery garlic goodness. YUM.

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, so picture this: you and I are strolling through the grocery store, and you’re like, “What do I need for this grilled cheese?” Grab a stick of unsalted butter — seriously, it’s gotta be soft. Then snag some grated parmesan (trust me, it’s a game-changer), garlic powder, and that Italian seasoning you probably have somewhere in the back of your spice rack.

You want white bread — easy and classic. And for the cheese? We’re going all out with mozzarella. Like, twelve slices. Yes, you heard me right. And pepperoni! Like, around 6 ounces should do it. Oh, and don’t forget that warm pizza sauce for dipping. It’s a must.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, picture this: rainy Sunday afternoon, I’m in my sweats, and I decide to whip these up. I mean, what else are you gonna do when it’s pouring? So, I grab my ingredients, and things get messy fast. I’m dancing around the kitchen while the butter mixture is coming together — I might’ve spilled a bit, but whatevs! The smell of garlic melting into that butter? UGH, pure happiness.

And then there’s that moment when I flip the sandwich, and it’s this perfect golden brown! I can’t even wait for it to cool down; I dive in and get that cheesy, pepperoni stretch. It’s like pizza and grilled cheese had a delicious baby!

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

(Another beautiful shot because we can’t get enough!)

Check out this beauty from a different angle—seriously, it looks like it just jumped out of a food magazine.

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Here’s the deal: cover the skillet with a lid while it’s cooking. It’s like trapping all that heat and melty magic in there! Your cheese will be ooey-gooey perfection. No one wants a sad, half-melted sandwich, right?

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

– Don’t skimp on the butter. I know it seems like a lot, but trust me. You want that crispy, flavorful crust.
– Keep an eye on the heat! Medium-low is your BFF. Too hot and your bread burns before that cheese decides to join the party.
– If you end up with leftover pepperoni, well, welcome to my world. Just snack on it while you wait.

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

So, you’ve got extras? Lucky you! Just pop those bad boys in an airtight container in the fridge. I mean, they’re best fresh, but you can reheat them in a skillet to get that crunch back. Just don’t microwave them unless you wanna end up with a soggy mess.

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

Okay, if you’re into the melty goodness, try my Cheesy Bacon Quesadillas or those Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. Seriously, you won’t regret it!

So, What’s the Best Comfort Food You’ve Made Lately? I need ideas! 🍽️

This Pizza Grilled Cheese is seriously a game-changer, and I can’t wait for you to try it! Let me know how it goes!

Pizza Grilled Cheese

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Experience a delicious twist on a classic favorite with this Pizza Grilled Cheese. Bursting with layers of gooey mozzarella and pepperoni, each bite is perfectly complemented by a crunchy, garlic-buttered exterior. Serve it up with warm pizza sauce for dipping, making it an irresistible treat for lunch or dinner.

Author: XXXXX
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings (4 sandwiches) 1x
Category: Sandwiches
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

½ cup unsalted butter (very soft)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
8 slices white bread
12 slices mozzarella cheese
6 ounces pepperoni
Warm pizza sauce (for dipping)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

In a bowl, mix together the butter, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
Spread the butter mixture on one side of each bread slice and set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium-low. Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, in the skillet. Layer with one slice of mozzarella, six pepperoni slices, another mozzarella slice, six more pepperonis, and a final mozzarella slice.
Top with another slice of bread, butter-side up. Cover the skillet to melt the cheese and cook until golden brown on the bottom (3-5 minutes). Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden and melty.
Repeat with remaining sandwiches and serve immediately with warm pizza sauce.