Craving pizza but don’t have the time to make dough? This quick and easy pizza toast is the perfect solution! It’s a delicious snack or meal ready in minutes with crispy bread, gooey cheese, and your favorite toppings.
🔥 Prep Time: 5 minutes | 🍽️ Cook Time: 10 minutes | ⏳ Total Time: 15 minutes | 🍴 Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of thick bread (sourdough, French bread, or whole wheat)
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, etc.)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional, for extra crispiness)
Let’s Cook!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C) or heat a skillet over medium heat.
Toast the bread: Brush each slice with olive oil or butter and lightly toast until golden.
To assemble the pizza toast: Spread marinara sauce evenly over the toasted bread. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Add toppings: Layer your favorite toppings and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Melt & crisp: Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. (For a quicker option, place under a broiler for 2-3 minutes.)
Serve & enjoy: Let cool slightly and dig in!
🍕 “Crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor—this pizza toast is a game-changer!”
Tips & Variations:
Make it extra crispy: Use a toaster oven or air fryer for an even crunchier texture.
Go gluten-free: Swap regular bread for gluten-free toast.
Add protein: Top with cooked chicken, turkey, or plant-based sausage.
Spice it up: Drizzle with chili flakes or hot honey for a kick!
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 320 | Fat: 14g | Carbs: 35g | Protein: 15g
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