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Quick Pepperoni Sandwich Recipe

By Laura Fuentes Updated Oct 2, 2024

5 from 24 votes

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This pepperoni sandwich has all the flavors of a grilled cheese and pepperoni pizza in one epic lunch kids and adults will love.

Buttery, toasted bread with sliced pepperoni and melted cheese, this epic Pepperoni Sandwich recipe is a definite way to spruce up the usual school lunch!

grilled pepperoni sandwich with melted cheese

Easy Pepperoni Sandwich Recipe

If you can make a grilled cheese, you can make this pepperoni sandwich, it’s that easy. A good grilled cheese sandwich never gets old at my house, and while I have many variations, this version is (IMO) better than leftover pizza -definitely much faster!

I often pack this sandwich for lunch with cheese and pepperoni used in previous meals like Pizza Chicken or family pizza night. This way, no ingredients go to waste and lunchboxes return home empty. 

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You’ll find recipes for hot thermos lunches, power bowls, epic salads, and bento boxes that both kids and adults will be excited to eat for lunch. 

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More Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich Variations

These pepperoni sandwiches are also fair game for additional pizza toppings like: 

  • sliced black olives
  • sliced tomatoes
  • chopped spinach
  • sliced mushrooms
  • sliced bell peppers
  • ham
  • sausage
  • pesto– instead of mayonnaise
  • marinara sauce- just a little! 

If you do plan to load up on the toppings, I recommend using thickly sliced sandwich bread like Texas toast or sourdough. The slices are heartier and hold up better under more ingredients. 

Pepperoni Grilled Cheese

There’s an art to crafting the perfect grilled cheese sandwich, and below I share with you step-by-step directions on how to assemble and grill this sandwich: 

  1. Spread butter
    Spread a thin layer of softened butter over each slice of bread and flip the slices over. 
  2. Assemble
    Spread mayonnaise over each slice of bread and layer with the sliced tomato, cheese, and pepperoni. Assemble the sandwich. 
  3. Grill it
    Heat a medium, non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the sandwich to the pan and grill for 3 minutes until the cheese begins to melt. Flip and grill for an additional minute or until golden brown. 
  4. Enjoy!
    Remove the sandwich from the heat and slice it in half, or leave it whole. 

Watch this quick video to see how it’s made and get extra tips!

How to Pack this Pepperoni Sandwich for a School Lunch

If you are packing this pepperoni sandwich for lunch, here’s how to keep the bread nice and toasty: 

1. Cooldown
Let the sandwich cool down to room temperature before slicing sealing it in the lunchbox. Otherwise, the steam from the hot sandwich will create condensation and make the bread soggy.

2. Give it space
Make sure to keep the sandwich separate from other ingredients like fruit, veggies, etc. Having a compartmentalized lunch container makes this easy to do and you can still pack other snacks and sides in one container. 

If you’re short on time or want to make this sandwich quickly, you can forgo the grilling step. While it does add a nice touch, it isn’t necessary and this sandwich is still a delicious lunch option your kids will enjoy. Just be sure to skip the butter. 

Pepperoni Grilled Cheese

grilled pepperoni sandwich with melted cheese
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Prep Time: 3 minutes mins
Cook Time: 12 minutes mins
Total Time: 15 minutes mins
This pepperoni sandwich has all the flavors of a grilled cheese and pepperoni pizza in one epic lunch kids and adults will love.
5 from 24 votes
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Ingredients

  • Butter, for grilling
  • 4 slices thick sandwich bread
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 2 slices Mozzarella cheese
  • 8-12 slices pepperoni

Instructions

Assemble the sandwich:

  • Butter each slice of bread and flip them over onto a large, flat surface. Spread the mayonnaise over 2 slices of bread and layer with tomato, cheese, and pepperoni. Assemble the sandwiches, buttered side facing up. 

Grill it:

  • Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Grill the sandwiches, 1 at a time, for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese begins to melt. Flip and grill for an additional minute until the cheese melts. 
  • Remove the sandwich from the pan and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.

For a packed lunch:

  • Once cooled, pack the sandwich into a lunch container, separated from other ingredients like fruit and veggies.

Equipment

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwich | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 427mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 118IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2mg

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  1. Rita says

    June 08, 2025 at 3:40 pm

    5 stars
    Sooooo good

    Reply
  2. Vicki says

    February 19, 2025 at 8:46 pm

    5 stars
    Like pizza on a sandwich!

    Reply
  3. Jan says

    February 09, 2025 at 5:42 pm

    5 stars
    My teens love this!

    Reply
  4. Holly says

    September 11, 2024 at 9:42 am

    5 stars
    My little ones love pepperoni! Made this for this school lunches today and it was a huge hit! Pepperoni grilled cheese is definitely a new lunch time winner!

    Reply
  5. Justin says

    July 04, 2024 at 3:56 pm

    5 stars
    This was so good!

    Reply
  6. Shaheen says

    October 05, 2023 at 9:58 am

    5 stars
    What I appreciated most about this recipe was how quick and easy it was to prepare. It’s a fantastic option for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. Plus, the ingredients are readily available in most kitchens.

    Reply
  7. devon says

    July 14, 2022 at 1:22 pm

    5 stars
    I always use mayo for grilling grilled cheese. It worked very well on this sandwhich.

    Reply
  8. Cam says

    January 26, 2022 at 5:42 pm

    5 stars
    This pepperoni grilled cheese was amazing! It literally tastes like a pizza in a sandwich.

    Reply
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