Crispy Pepperoni BLT Sandwich

Name: Crispy Pepperoni BLT Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 oz sliced pepperoni; 2 slices sourdough bread; 1 tbsp butter; 1 large tomato; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 2-3 leaves butter lettuce

This pepperoni BLT swaps traditional bacon for oven-baked crispy pepperoni slices, delivering a crunchy, savory sandwich on toasted sourdough with fresh tomato, butter lettuce, and creamy mayo.

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Total

20 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$17–$28

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

6 oz sliced pepperoni
2 slices sourdough bread
1 tbsp butter
1 large tomato
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2-3 leaves butter lettuce

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the pepperoni is dark and crispy.
4
Remove the crispy pepperoni from the oven and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess grease.
5
While the pepperoni bakes, butter one side of each slice of bread.
6
Toast the bread in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
7
Slice the tomato and season the slices generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
8
Spread mayonnaise on the non-toasted side of each slice of bread.
9
Assemble the sandwich by layering the crispy pepperoni, seasoned tomato slices, and butter lettuce on one slice of bread. Top with the other slice.
10
Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Bake pepperoni on parchment paper at 400°F for 5–8 minutes, watching closely—edges should curl and darken slightly.
Toast sourdough until golden and crisp to support the sandwich weight and prevent sogginess.
Season tomato slices generously with salt and pepper before assembling to maximize flavor.
Spread mayo on both toasted slices to create a barrier that keeps bread dry and flavors distinct.

Substitutions

Pepperoni → bacon (cook until crispy for traditional BLT)
Butter lettuce → romaine or arugula (adjust seasoning to taste)
Sourdough → ciabatta or whole wheat (maintains structure and toastability)
Mayonnaise → aioli or herb spread (adds flavor variation)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble fresh for best texture. Store leftover baked pepperoni in an airtight container up to 3 days; reheat briefly in a 350°F oven to restore crispness.