Ultimate Pizza Sandwich
A gooey, crispy, and crowd-pleasing sandwich that captures all the comforting flavors of a pepperoni pizza in every bite.
Ingredients
- •8 slices of thick-cut sourdough or Italian bread
- •1 cup pizza sauce
- •2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- •1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- •1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- •1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the garlic powder.
- 3
Lay out all 8 slices of bread and spread the garlic butter on one side of each slice.
- 4
Flip 4 slices over so the buttered side is facing down. Spread a generous tablespoon of pizza sauce on the top side of these slices.
- 5
Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese over the sauce, add the pepperoni slices, and top with a little more cheese and a pinch of dried oregano.
- 6
Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top, buttered side facing up.
- 7
Place the sandwiches on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, then carefully flip them over and bake for another 8-10 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted.
- 8
Remove from the oven, let rest for 2 minutes, and slice diagonally before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- For extra flavor, add sautéed bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms inside the sandwich.
- If you want a crunchier crust, use a panini press or a heavy skillet over medium heat instead of the oven.
- These can be assembled ahead of time and kept in the fridge for up to 4 hours before baking.
✅ How it should turn out
The sandwich should have a perfectly golden, buttery crunch on the outside with a hot, stretchy, and savory cheese and pepperoni filling that smells like a fresh pizzeria.