CRISPY PEPPERONI PIZZA PANINI WITH GOOEY MOZZARELLA

Here’s a recipe for a Crispy Pepperoni Pizza Panini with Gooey Mozzarella — it’s super satisfying, cheesy, and perfect for a quick meal!

🥪 Ingredients:

• 2 slices of good-quality Italian bread (like ciabatta, sourdough, or focaccia)
• 1/4 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 8–10 slices pepperoni
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or sliced fresh mozzarella for extra gooeyness)
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
• Olive oil (optional, for brushing)

🔥 Instructions:

1. Prep the bread:
   • In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
   • Spread the garlic butter mixture on the outer sides of the bread slices (the side that will touch the panini press/skillet).
2. Assemble the panini:
   • On the non-buttered side of one slice, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce.
   • Sprinkle half the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
   • Layer the pepperoni slices on top.
   • Add the rest of the mozzarella, and sprinkle with a little Parmesan for an extra flavor boost.
   • Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
3. Cook the panini:
   • Preheat your panini press, grill pan, or skillet over medium heat.
   • Place the sandwich on the panini press (or use a heavy skillet to press it down if using a pan).
   • Cook for 3–5 minutes or until golden, crispy, and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
4. Serve:
   • Slice the panini in half, serve hot, and maybe dunk it in some extra warm pizza sauce!

⭐ Tips:

• Add extras like sautéed mushrooms, olives, or fresh basil for a gourmet twist.
• For extra crispiness, lightly brush the outside of the bread with olive oil in addition to butter.
• If you love spice, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes inside before grilling!

Would you also like a few quick variations (like making it into a spicy version or a “white pizza” panini)? 🍕🔥

CRISPY PEPPERONI PIZZA PANINI WITH GOOEY MOZZARELLA

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Here’s a recipe for a Crispy Pepperoni Pizza Panini with Gooey Mozzarella — it’s super satisfying, cheesy, and perfect for a quick meal!

• Author: admin
• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4

Ingredients

• 2 slices of good-quality Italian bread (like ciabatta, sourdough, or focaccia)

• 1/4 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce

• 8–10 slices pepperoni

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or sliced fresh mozzarella for extra gooeyness)

• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tablespoon butter (softened)

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

• Olive oil (optional, for brushing)

Instructions

1. Prep the bread:

   • In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.

   • Spread the garlic butter mixture on the outer sides of the bread slices (the side that will touch the panini press/skillet).

2. Assemble the panini:

   • On the non-buttered side of one slice, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce.

   • Sprinkle half the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

   • Layer the pepperoni slices on top.

   • Add the rest of the mozzarella, and sprinkle with a little Parmesan for an extra flavor boost.

   • Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.

3. Cook the panini:

   • Preheat your panini press, grill pan, or skillet over medium heat.

   • Place the sandwich on the panini press (or use a heavy skillet to press it down if using a pan).

   • Cook for 3–5 minutes or until golden, crispy, and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.

4. Serve:

   • Slice the panini in half, serve hot, and maybe dunk it in some extra warm pizza sauce!

Notes

• Add extras like sautéed mushrooms, olives, or fresh basil for a gourmet twist.

• For extra crispiness, lightly brush the outside of the bread with olive oil in addition to butter.

 

• If you love spice, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes inside before grilling!