What’s the difference between French bread pizza and pizza bread?

I tend to think of them as the same thing: French bread pizza is like a traditional pizza, except instead of a pizza crust you’re putting your toppings ON TOP of a loaf of French bread (which equals pizza bread). Some people also refer to pizza bread when they mean stromboli, where the dough is wrapped around the toppings.

How do you make French bread pizza in the microwave?

I haven’t tested the microwave method myself, but you could probably prepare the French bread pizza recipe below, and instead of putting it in the oven, put it in the microwave. I don’t think I’d recommend this method though, as the dough will get super soft and the toppings will get mushy…whereas the best pizza will have a firm dough and browned ingredients on top. If you can’t do an oven, a toaster oven would be your best bet, or you could try to make smaller French bread pizzas in the air fryer . You can even wrap the French bread pizzas in aluminum foil and cook them on the grill.

How do you make French bread pizza not soggy?

First, don’t cook it in the microwave! I also recommend starting with ingredients at room temperature (especially if you’re using bread that was frozen).

Can you use an Italian loaf, or make baguette pizza bread recipes instead?

Yes! You can use any similar-shaped bread to make pizza bread recipes. Follow the recipe as written (except for making the bread) and you’re good to go! You can also use sliced Italian bread instead to make individual French bread pizzas.

Quick & Easy French Bread Pizza | Ready in Under 30 Minutes!

French Bread Pizza

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This quick and easy French bread pizza makes the perfect snack or lunch. Choose your favorite toppings for a classic pizza flavor with this frugal family favorite.

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves 2-4 1x
Category: Breads
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 batch French Bread
½ – 1 cup homemade pizza sauce
4–8 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
4–8 oz pepperoni
Other toppings as desired

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Instructions

Make homemade French bread and let it cool completely. Alternatively, use a loaf of store-bought French bread. Slice the bread through the middle horizontally and place face-up on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
Spoon pizza sauce over the two pieces of bread. Top with cheese and desired toppings.
Bake at 350 for about 15 minutes, and then place under the broiler for about 2-5 minutes, or until the cheese is light brown and bubbly.
Let cool for a couple minutes before slicing using a large chef’s knife. Be sure to cut the French bread pizza using one large cut, and not drag the knife through the cheese!

Notes

Any time you make French bread, make a 2x or 3x batch.
When it’s cooled, slice horizontally and store it in the freezer.
Double wrapping the loaf will keep out freezer burn and keep your bread super soft when it’s time to make pizza. Thaw the frozen bread at room temperature before making pizza.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pizza
Calories: 410

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