Cheesy Garlic Toast Pizzas Fun

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4

Description

These Cheesy Garlic Toast Pizzas are the perfect quick and delicious snack or meal! Crispy garlic bread topped with melty cheese, zesty pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings—this recipe is fun to make and even more enjoyable to eat. Great for kids, parties, or a lazy dinner!

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Ingredients

For the Garlic Toast Base:

• 4 slices of thick bread (Italian, sourdough, or baguette work best)

• 3 tbsp butter, softened

• 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or ½ tsp dried parsley)

• ¼ tsp salt

For the Pizza Toppings:

• ½ cup pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

• Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, etc.)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Garlic Butter Spread

• In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt until well combined.

Step 3: Prepare the Toast

• Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each slice of bread.

• Place the bread slices on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4: Toast the Bread

• Bake for 5 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 5: Add Pizza Toppings

• Remove the bread from the oven and spread 1-2 tbsp of pizza sauce on each slice.

• Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.

• Add your favorite toppings (pepperoni, veggies, etc.).

• Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, oregano, and chili flakes (if using).

Step 6: Bake Until Cheesy & Golden

• Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!

• Let cool for 1-2 minutes, then slice and serve hot.

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Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

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Tips & Variations

✅ Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free bread.
✅ Vegan Option: Substitute butter with vegan butter and cheese with dairy-free alternatives.
✅ Extra Flavor: Add a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic glaze after baking.
✅ Spicy Kick: Top with jalapeños or hot sauce.

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Final Thoughts

These Cheesy Garlic Toast Pizzas are a fun, quick, and customizable meal that everyone will love. Perfect for a snack, lunch, or party appetizer, they’re ready in just 20 minutes with minimal effort. Try them today and enjoy the crispy, cheesy goodness!