These Garlic Toast Pizzas are the ultimate quick and tasty dinner idea. Made with garlic bread, melty cheese, tomato sauce, and your favorite toppings – ready in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 8 slices garlic toast (frozen or fresh)
- ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara
- 1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of your choice:
- pepperoni
- mushrooms
- black olives
- bell peppers
- cherry tomatoes
- oregano or basil
- Olive oil (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the garlic toast slices on it.
2. Toast the Bread:
- Bake the garlic toast for 4–5 minutes, just until lightly crispy but not fully golden.
3. Add the Toppings:
- Remove from the oven and spread pizza sauce evenly on each slice.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Add your favorite toppings (pepperoni, veggies, etc.).
- Optionally drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle some oregano or basil.
4. Bake Again:
- Return to the oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly with a slight golden color.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve hot, straight from the oven.
- Perfect for a quick dinner, afternoon snack, or party appetizer for kids and adults alike.
Storage:
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Recipe Tips:
- Use frozen garlic toast for a super quick base with extra flavor.
- Try mixing cheeses like cheddar, provolone, or gouda for variety.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the meat toppings and add more veggies.
- Great for letting kids build their own mini pizzas!