Pizza Panini Mozzarella Pepperoni (Print View)
Toasted sandwiches with mozzarella, pepperoni, and tangy sauce on hearty bread for a quick cheesy lunch.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 -
4 thick slices hearty bread or 1 loaf ciabatta (340–400 g)
→ Sauce
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120 ml pizza sauce or marinara sauce
→ Cheese
03 -
115 g fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
→ Meat
04 -
85–115 g pepperoni slices
→ Oil
05 -
Olive oil spray
# Directions:
01 -
Preheat a panini press, electric grill, or grill pan over medium heat.
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Slice bread into thick pieces or halve a loaf of ciabatta. Optionally, remove some of the crumb from the ciabatta to create space for the filling.
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Spread pizza sauce evenly over the cut sides of each bread slice. Layer mozzarella and pepperoni on the bottom half, then place the top half of the bread.
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Lightly coat the exterior of the sandwich with olive oil spray.
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Place the assembled sandwich onto the preheated grill or press. If using a grill pan, press the sandwich with a heavy skillet. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
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Remove the panini from heat and allow it to cool for 1–2 minutes. Slice and serve warm.
# Notes:
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Allowing the panini to rest briefly after grilling enhances slicing and improves texture.