Description
Pizza Lava Toast is the viral, double-decker grilled cheese loaded with pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. Baked then broiled for a molten cheese crunch.
Ingredients
6 slices Italian bread
1 cup pizza sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
12-14 oz mozzarella cheese block
18 slices small pepperoni
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice mozzarella into 24 thin pieces.
3. Place 4 slices of cheese on the edge of a slice of bread.
4. Add a second bread slice on top, press a well in the center with a spoon.
5. Add 2-3 tbsp of pizza sauce in the well.
6. Add more cheese and top with pepperoni and seasoning.
7. Repeat for remaining toasts.
8. Bake for 15 minutes.
9. Broil an additional 5 minutes for a golden top.
10. Cool for 2 minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
Use sourdough or ciabatta for extra crunch.
Try pesto or BBQ sauce for creative flavor swaps.
Add fresh basil or red pepper flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American