Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: Provides the perfect base for our flavored spread without making the sandwich too salty
- Parmesan cheese: Adds a sharp umami flavor that enhances the pizza experience
- Garlic powder: Infuses the butter with aromatic flavor without the risk of burning that comes with fresh garlic
- Dried Italian seasoning: Brings authentic pizza flavors with minimal effort
- White bread: Works best for achieving that crispy golden exterior while letting the fillings shine
- Mozzarella cheese: Creates that stretchy pizza pull we all love
- Pepperoni: Delivers classic pizza flavor and adds a pleasant spiciness
- Pizza sauce: For dipping completes the pizza experience with its tangy tomato goodness
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Make The Pizza Butter:
- Mix the softened butter with parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until completely combined. The butter should be very soft but not melted for the easiest spreading. This flavored butter is what transforms a regular grilled cheese into a pizza experience.
- Prepare The Bread:
- Spread the pizza butter mixture generously on one side of each bread slice. Be sure to spread it all the way to the edges for maximum flavor and even browning. Lay all the bread slices butter side up on a sheet tray while you prepare to cook them.
- Assemble The Sandwich:
- Place one bread slice butter side down in a skillet over medium low heat. Layer with one slice of mozzarella, followed by pepperoni, another slice of cheese, more pepperoni, and a final layer of cheese. This strategic layering ensures the pepperoni heats through and the cheese melts completely around it.
- Cook To Golden Perfection:
- Top with another slice of bread, butter side facing up. Cook until the bottom is a beautiful golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Flip carefully using a spatula and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is completely melted.
- Serve And Enjoy:
- Cut diagonally if desired and serve immediately while the cheese is still gloriously melty. Offer warm pizza sauce on the side for dipping, which adds the familiar tangy tomato flavor that makes pizza so irresistible.