🍕 French Bread Pizza – Quick, Cheesy, and Perfect for Busy Nights
French Bread Pizza is a fast and satisfying way to enjoy homemade pizza flavor without the fuss of making dough. With a crisp, golden crust and gooey melted cheese, it’s the perfect solution for weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or lunchbox favorites. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Spoon for spreading sauce
- Oven or toaster oven
- Knife for slicing bread
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread 12–14 inches
- 1 cup pizza sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20 slices pepperoni optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional toppings: sliced bell peppers mushrooms, olives, onions, cooked sausage, basil
Instructions
Step 1 – Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, then cut each half in two if needed to fit your baking sheet.
Step 2 – Assemble:
- Brush cut sides of the bread lightly with olive oil.
- Spoon pizza sauce evenly over each half.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Add pepperoni or other desired toppings.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Step 3 – Bake:
- Place bread halves on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden brown.
- Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness if desired.
Notes
Use garlic butter instead of plain olive oil for a garlic bread twist.
Let kids build their own pizzas for a fun family meal.
For a crispier base, toast the bread lightly before adding toppings.