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A fun and incredibly easy twist on pizza! Crispy French bread is brushed with garlic butter, toasted, then topped with zesty marinara, gooey melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. It's the perfect quick lunch, after-school snack, or party appetizer, ready in under 25 minutes.
Preheat Oven and Prepare Bread
Make Garlic Butter and Pre-Toast
Add Sauce and Toppings
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A fun and incredibly easy twist on pizza! Crispy French bread is brushed with garlic butter, toasted, then topped with zesty marinara, gooey melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. It's the perfect quick lunch, after-school snack, or party appetizer, ready in under 25 minutes.
This italian_american recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 664.99 calories per serving with 28.56g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for snack or lunch or appetizer or dinner.
Final Bake
Garnish and Serve
Top with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and black olives instead of pepperoni.
Skip the red sauce. Brush the toasted bread with olive oil, top with mozzarella, ricotta, minced garlic, and a sprinkle of parmesan.
Use BBQ sauce instead of pizza sauce. Top with shredded cooked chicken, red onion slices, and a mix of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Top with diced ham and pineapple chunks for a classic sweet and savory combination.
Mozzarella cheese provides a good amount of calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth, as well as proper muscle and nerve function.
The pizza sauce, made from tomatoes, is a rich source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases.
The carbohydrates from the French bread provide a quick and accessible source of energy, making this a satisfying snack or meal.
One serving of Pizza Bread (one large piece) contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the specific brand of ingredients and toppings used.
Pizza Bread is best enjoyed as an occasional treat as it's high in refined carbohydrates, sodium, and saturated fat. To make it healthier, you can use whole-wheat French bread, load it with vegetables, use a low-sodium sauce, and opt for part-skim mozzarella cheese.
It's best served fresh for optimal crispiness. However, you can assemble the pizza breads (without baking) a few hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving, possibly adding a minute or two to the baking time.
Store leftover pizza bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) or in an air fryer for 5-7 minutes to restore its crispy texture. Avoid using a microwave, as it will make the bread soft and chewy.
Ciabatta, focaccia, or even thick-sliced sourdough bread work wonderfully for this recipe. Adjust baking times as needed based on the bread's thickness and density.