Description
A quick and easy French Bread Pizza recipe perfect for a delicious homemade meal. Crispy French bread halves are topped with savory pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and a variety of toppings before baking to melty perfection. Ideal for a kid-friendly dinner or casual get-together.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 loaf French bread (cut in half lengthwise)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce and Cheese
- 1½ cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings (optional)
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage
- ¼ cup sliced black olives, diced bell peppers, or mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Bread: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the French bread halves cut-side up on the baking sheet and lightly brush them with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
- Crisp the Bread: Bake the bread halves for 3–4 minutes to crisp up the surface, creating a sturdy base for the toppings.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the bread from the oven and spread pizza sauce evenly over each half. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add grated Parmesan cheese along with Italian seasoning and garlic powder to infuse rich flavors.
- Add Toppings: Layer your preferred toppings such as pepperoni, sliced black olives, diced bell peppers, or mushrooms evenly on top of the cheese.
- Bake to Melt: Return the topped bread halves to the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the bread have turned golden brown.
- Serve: Slice the French bread pizzas and serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use whole-wheat or gluten-free French bread to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Customize your pizza with fresh toppings like basil, arugula, or different types of cheeses for variety.
