Pizza Toast
Pizza Toast is an incredibly easy and delicious cheesy, saucy, melty shortcut pizza creation that comes together in minutes and is loved by the whole family. Make it for a tasty afternoon snack, quick lunch, or no-fuss dinner.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices Texas toast or thick-cut bread
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20 –24 mini pepperoni slices
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional
- Fresh basil or grated Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly toast the bread for 2–3 minutes.
- Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over each slice.
- Top evenly with mozzarella cheese.
- Add the pepperoni, then sprinkle with the Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden, bubbly top, if desired.
- Garnish with fresh basil or Parmesan and serve immediately.
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Notes
Storage:
- Pizza toasts are best enjoyed warm and fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven to re-crisp. We recommend avoiding the microwave, as it'll make the bread soft.
- Toast Bread Lightly: Do this before adding the toppings so the bread stays crisp instead of getting soggy.
- Use a Thin Layer of Sauce: Don't over-do it, too much sauce can make the bread too soft.
- Keep Toppings Light: And be sure to evenly spread them so the cheese melts evenly, too.
- Broil For The Last Minute: This will give the toast that extra golden, bubbly cheese moment. Just be sure to watch closely so it doesn't burn!