French Bread Pizza – Crispy, Cheesy, Easy Homemade Pizza
This French Bread Pizza recipe features a crusty loaf of French bread topped with rich pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings before being baked until golden and bubbly. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's an easy and versatile meal perfect for lunch, dinner, parties, or snacks.
Ingredients
For the Pizza
- 1 large loaf French bread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Toppings
- 20 slices pepperoni
- ½ cup cooked sausage
- ½ cup sliced mushrooms
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).Slice the French bread lengthwise.Place bread halves on a baking sheet.Brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 5 minutes.Remove from oven.Allow bread to cool slightly.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over each bread half.Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously.Add Parmesan cheese.Arrange desired toppings evenly.
- Return pizzas to the oven.Bake for 10–12 minutes.Cook until cheese is melted and bubbly.Broil for 1–2 minutes if desired for extra browning.
- Remove from oven.Let cool for 2 minutes.Slice into portions.Serve warm.
Notes
- Toasting the bread first prevents sogginess.
- Fresh mozzarella can be used for a gourmet version.
- Homemade pizza sauce adds extra flavor.
- French bread provides the perfect crispy base.
- Customize toppings based on preference.
- Broiling creates a beautifully golden cheese topping.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven.