Cheesy Pizza Bread

Indulge your cravings with this irresistible Cheesy Pizza Bread—a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or a fun appetizer at gatherings. This dish features a crisp French bread base slathered with savory marinara sauce, a generous layer of gooey mozzarella, and a medley of classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and mushrooms. Enhanced with a flavorful blend of garlic, oregano, and basil, each bite delivers a burst of Italian-inspired goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a no-fuss way to satisfy your pizza fix without the hassle of dough-making. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and serve this crowd-pleaser straight from the oven for ultimate enjoyment. Perfect for sharing (or not!), this pizza bread is a hit for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
• 1 cup Mixed pizza toppings (e.g., diced bell peppers, olives, mushrooms)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Cut the French bread loaf in half horizontally to create two large halves. Place the halves on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up.

Step 3

Brush each bread half with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil.

Step 4

Spread marinara sauce evenly over the bread halves, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.

Step 5

Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce, followed by grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

Add pepperoni slices and any additional toppings you like, such as diced bell peppers, olives, or mushrooms.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are lightly golden.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the cheesy pizza bread from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then slice into pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3198.1

Total Fat 163.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 327.7mg	0%
Sodium 7961.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 152.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2464.3mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 1411.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 34.6%