Learn how to prepare an easy french loaf pizza at home with simple ingredients and a few steps. A practical and versatile option for different occasions.
French bread pizza is one of the easy snacks to make at home. With just a few ingredients and creative combinations, it’s a flexible choice for various meals. It’s important to note that this recipe can be made for breakfast, dinner, or an afternoon snack.
Basic Ingredients for a Pizza on French Bread
To start, you’ll need French bread, tomato sauce, cheese, and topping options — check what’s in your fridge. There are countless possible flavor variations, and you can adjust them to your preferences. It’s also a great way to use ingredients already available at home.
It’s worth noting that french bread pizza recipes are highly adaptable. Try making french baguette pizza with different sauces like pesto, garlic, or olive oil. Additionally, you can use toppings like shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, mushrooms with cheese, or zucchini with colorful bell peppers. For an extra touch, add other options like pepperoni slices, grilled vegetables, red onions, eggplant, or zucchini.
Exploring New French Loaf Pizza Options
French Bread Pizza with Pesto Sauce and Goat Cheese
Ingredients:
- 1 large French bread (or baguette)
- 3 tablespoons of pesto sauce
- 100g of crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup of fresh arugula leaves
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions:
First, preheat your oven to 200°C (about 400°F). Then, cut the bread in half and spread the pesto sauce evenly. Add the goat cheese and chopped walnuts. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese melts. After removing from the oven, top with arugula leaves and drizzle with olive oil.
Pizza on French Bread with Shrimp and Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 large French bread
- 1/2 cup of sauce made with butter, cream, and parmesan cheese
- 200g of small shrimp, cleaned and peeled
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 400°F). Cut the bread and spread the sauce over it. Sauté the shrimp with garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until pink. Place the shrimp over the sauce, add the cheeses, and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is golden. Garnish with parsley and serve.
French Bread Pizza with Fruits and Honey
Ingredients:
- 1 French bread
- 3 tablespoons of cream cheese or ricotta
- 1/4 cup of fresh figs or peach slices
- 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or almonds
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions:
First, preheat your oven to 180°C (about 350°F). Then, cut the bread and spread the cream cheese or ricotta. Add the fruits and nuts on top. Bake for 5-7 minutes, just until the bread gets crispy. Remove from the oven and drizzle with honey and lemon zest to finish.
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