Description
This easy and delicious French Bread Pizza recipe turns a simple loaf of French bread into a crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with your favorite toppings. With a buttery garlic spread and a perfectly baked crust, it’s a perfect quick meal for lunch or dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Spread
- 1 loaf French bread
- ¼ cup salted butter (softened)
- 1 clove garlic (minced, or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
Pizza Base
- 1 ½ cups pizza sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Cheeses and Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Toppings as desired (pepperoni, ham, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, pineapple, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F to prepare for baking the bread and pizza.
- Prepare the Bread: Cut the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise to create two flat surfaces for topping.
- Make Garlic Butter Spread: In a small bowl, combine softened butter and minced garlic (or garlic powder). Spread this mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. Place bread cut side up on a baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes until the bread is lightly browned and crisp on top.
- Add Sauce and Seasoning: Remove the bread from the oven and spread the pizza sauce evenly over the toasted surface. Sprinkle dried oregano on top for extra flavor.
- Add Cheese and Toppings: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce. Add your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, peppers, or pineapple as desired. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbly. Optionally, broil for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a golden top.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing into pieces and serving to enjoy the perfect blend of crispy bread, cheesy goodness, and flavorful toppings.
Notes
- Use fresh French bread for the best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute regular garlic with garlic powder for a milder taste.
- Customize toppings to your liking for a personalized pizza experience.
- Broiling at the end helps achieve a nicely browned cheese topping but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Allow the pizza to cool before slicing to avoid cheese slipping off.
