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Two slices of French bread pizza topped with melted cheese and pepperoni on a white rectangular plate.

French Bread Pizza Recipe

Chef Jenn
This easy French Bread Pizza recipe turns a simple loaf into a crispy, cheesy dinner in under 30 minutes. It’s quick, flexible, and perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 6 servings
Calories 238 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 French bread loaves halved lengthwise
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 4-6 ounces pepperoni sliced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Split the bread in half lengthwise and place it cut-side up on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly crisp.
  • Spread the sauce evenly over the bread, then top with mozzarella and pepperoni.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Broil briefly if desired to brown up the cheese and crisp the pepperoni.
  • Rest, slice, and serve.

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Notes

Recipe card tips:

  • Toast the bread just until lightly crisp before adding toppings
  • Keep the sauce layer thin so the bread stays crisp
  • Serve with a simple green salad, Caesar salad, or a bowl of tomato soup for an easy, balanced meal

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 13gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 674mgPotassium: 154mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 341IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 207mgIron: 1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Baguette Pizza, Bisquick Dinner, Easy Pizza Recipe, French Bread Pizza Recipe, Weeknight Meals
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