Best Homemade French Bread Pizza (Easy Recipe)
Experience the joy of homemade pizza with this Best Homemade French Bread Pizza recipe. Made entirely from scratch, it’s a delightful dish that brings the taste of a pizzeria right to your kitchen. With easy-to-follow steps and fresh ingredients, this pizza is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Customize it with your favorite toppings, whether you prefer a classic cheese blend or adventurous flavors. It’s not only satisfying but also versatile enough for meal prep—make extras and freeze them for a quick weeknight meal. Enjoy each slice of crispy bread topped with savory garlic butter, rich cheese, and vibrant toppings that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1⅛ cups warm water
- ½ tablespoon yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2¾ cups flour
- 1⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ cups pizza sauce
- 2 teaspoons pizza seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup vegetarian Parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 2 tomatoes (sliced)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar; let foam for 5 minutes.
- Mix flour, salt, olive oil, and yeast mixture in a stand mixer until a soft dough forms.
- Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl for 60 to 90 minutes.
- Shape the dough into loaves and let rise again.
- Bake at 400°F until golden brown.
- Prepare garlic butter; spread on loaves.
- Add pizza sauce and toppings; bake at 450°F until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg