Description
Garlic Bread Pizza Grilled Cheese is a delicious fusion of crispy, buttery garlic bread layered with gooey mozzarella cheese, savory mini pepperoni, and classic pizza flavors. This quick, kid-friendly meal is perfect for lunch, an easy dinner, or a satisfying snack, bringing the joy of pizza and grilled cheese together in one comforting sandwich.
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 8 slices thick-cut sourdough or white bread
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup mini pepperoni
- ¼ cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese until well combined to create a flavorful garlic butter spread.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the garlic butter evenly over one side of each bread slice, ensuring the flavor is distributed across the surface for a delicious crust.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place four slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each slice. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top, then distribute the mini pepperoni. Place the remaining bread slices on top with the buttered sides facing outward to form sandwiches.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Press gently with a spatula to help the sandwich brown evenly and to ensure the cheese melts completely. Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for 1 to 2 minutes. Slice each sandwich in half and serve warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use low and steady heat to ensure the bread becomes golden brown without burning before the cheese melts completely.
- Add cooked sausage, mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers to customize your pizza grilled cheese with extra toppings.
- For an extra crispy crust, sprinkle a little additional Parmesan cheese directly onto the buttered bread before grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Main Course, Snack, Kid-Friendly
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-American
