Stop Buying Delivery Pizza! Make This Giant Garlic Bread Pizza
↓ Jump to RecipeCrispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with savory garlic butter, zesty marinara, melted mozzarella, and crispy pepperoni! This Giant Garlic Bread Pizza is the ultimate crowd-pleasing party food or quick weeknight meal.
Why choose between garlic bread and pizza when you can have both in one incredible bite? A fresh, crusty French baguette is sliced open, smothered in aromatic homemade garlic butter, and layered with sweet tomato sauce and rich cheeses.
Topped with classic sliced pepperoni and baked until golden and bubbling, it delivers maximum crunch with an epic cheese pull. Slice it up for game night, movie night, or an effortless family dinner!
Giant Garlic Bread Pizza
- 🖼️ Large rimmed baking sheet
- 📄 Parchment paper or aluminum foil
- 🔪 Bread knife
- 🥣 Small bowl & butter knife / brush
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1Preheat & Prep Bread: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and place both halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
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2Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix softened salted butter with minced garlic cloves until well combined.
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3Layer Base: Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut surfaces of the baguette halves. Spoon marinara sauce over the butter and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese.
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4Top Cheese & Pepperoni: Cover generously with shredded mozzarella cheese, then arrange pepperoni slices evenly on top.
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5Bake & Serve: Bake for 12–15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and browned around the edges. Slice into portions and serve piping hot!
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- 🧄 Fresh Garlic: Use freshly minced or grated garlic cloves for the sharpest, most authentic garlic bread aroma.
- 🧀 Extra Crisp Base: Pre-bake the garlic buttered bread for 3–5 minutes before adding sauce and cheese if you like a super crispy crust.
- 🍕 Variations: Customize with fresh basil, sliced mushrooms, diced bell peppers, or spicy jalapenos.
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