Grilled Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich

This grilled pepperoni pizza sandwich is a fun twist on grilled cheese, made with garlic toast, melty mozzarella, and classic pizza flavours.

If you love grilled cheese and pizza, this grilled pepperoni pizza sandwich is the best of both worlds. Crispy garlic toast is layered with warm pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, and plenty of pepperoni, then grilled until golden and irresistible. It’s a quick, no-fuss recipe that works just as well for an easy lunch as it does for a casual dinner.

With only a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep, this sandwich is perfect for busy days, picky eaters, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a fun twist. Serve it on its own or pair it with soup, salad, or fresh veggies for a complete meal.

Tips for Best Results

• Use thick, sturdy bread: Garlic Texas toast works best, but any thick-sliced bread will hold up to the layers of sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
• Don’t skimp on the cheese: Mozzarella melts beautifully and gives that gooey, pizza-like texture. Adding a second layer of cheese really boosts flavour.
• Toast the bread lightly first: This prevents sogginess and gives the sandwich a crisp, golden exterior.
• Heat evenly: Use medium heat on the skillet or griddle and cover with a lid if needed to help the cheese melt without burning the bread.
• Customize your layers: Add extra pepperoni, a sprinkle of Italian herbs, or even a few veggies to make it your own.

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Spaghetti Sauce – Use your favourite pasta sauce, or swap in pizza sauce for a more classic pizza flavour.
• Garlic Texas Toast – Thick-sliced bread works in a pinch, but garlic bread adds extra flavour and crunch.
• Pepperoni Slices – Regular pepperoni works best, but turkey pepperoni is a great alternative if you prefer it.
• Mozzarella Cheese Slices – Pre-sliced mozzarella is convenient, or use a block of mozzarella and slice it yourself for thicker, meltier layers.

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Grilled Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich

Yields: 4 Servings | Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 7 mins

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons spaghetti sauce
• 1 box garlic Texas toast (8 slices)
• 6 ounces pepperoni slices
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese slices

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Place the garlic Texas toast on a baking sheet. Bake for 7 minutes, or until the edges are lightly toasted.
3. Spread 1 tablespoon of spaghetti sauce over 4 slices of toast. (Image 1)
4. Top each with 6 slices of pepperoni (Image 2), followed by 1 slice of mozzarella cheese. (Image 3)
5. Add another layer of pepperoni and another slice of cheese.
6. Spread 1 tablespoon of sauce on each of the remaining toast slices and place them on top to form sandwiches.
7. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly drizzle with olive oil.
8. Cook each sandwich until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through, flipping once if needed.