These garlic pizza bread bites are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, pizza night or a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
As someone who is gluten free and allergic to almonds it is so important to me to provide easy gluten free recipes without tree nuts. I’ve been creating gluten free, dairy free and tree nut free recipes for years and these garlic pizza bread bites are hands down one of my favorites!
It boasts all your favorite pizza toppings packed on a large loaf of french bread. The best part is the mixture of cheese and italian seasoning! You can use any of your favorite toppings on top including veggies, proteins or inflused oils. This simple recipe is perfect for an appetizer because it is cut into small hand held slices. This is a family friendly recipe that yeilds some really good homemade pizza, just like my gluten free chicken bruschetta pizza!
Additionally, these garlic pizza bread bites are a great option for people with allergies or dietary restrictions. Simply use a certified gluten-free baguette for a gluten-free recipe. For a lighter low fat recipe, opt for low-fat cheese varieties or light mozzarella. And for those following a dairy-free lifestyle, you can easily substitute the dairy cheese with your preferred vegan cheese alternatives to make this a dairy free recipe.
why you’ll love this recipe
- Minimal ingredients: This easy recipes uses only need a handful of pantry staples and readily available cheeses. Think simple ingredients only!
- Simple steps: The process involves just slicing the bread, spreading the garlic and cheese, and baking – no complicated techniques.
- Minimal prep: The garlic comes pre-minced, and the various cheese options offer flexibility based on your preference.
- Quick baking: Depending on your desired level of crispness, the baking time is only 15-30 minutes.
- Speedy prep: Slicing the cheesy garlic bread pizza and spreading the toppings takes minimal effort and time.
- No pre-cooking required: All the ingredients go directly onto the baking sheet, eliminating the need for additional pans.
- Easy cleanup: With everything on one pan, you’ll have less to clean afterward.
- Fast and impressive: This recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
- Customizable: Feel free to choose your favorite cheeses and toppings to personalize the recipe.
- Gluten-free: Simply use a certified gluten-free baguette to cater to dietary restrictions.
- Low-fat: Opt for low-fat cheese varieties or light mozzarella for a lighter version.
- Dairy-free: Replace dairy cheese with your preferred vegan cheese alternatives to create a completely dairy-free variation.
ingredients & substitutions
Bread: Use a gluten-free baguette for a gluten-free option. You can make your own if you have a good homemade french bread recipe. You can also use a homemade pizza dough as the base and still slice it up into bit size pieces when you are done. If you are using homemade dough the cook time will vary.
Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
Mozzarella cheese: Classic melty cheese. You can use fresh mozzarella or low-fat mozzarella can be used for a lighter option. If you prefer other kinds of cheese you can sub any cheese you would use on top of a cheese pizza.
Goat cheese: Creamy cheese with a tangy flavor. Can be omitted.
Brie cheese: Soft cheese with a buttery taste. Can be omitted or replaced with any other soft cheese you like.
Olive oil: Adds richness and moisture. A little bit of olive oil gives a ton of flavor. Use any flavor infused olive oil you may have on hand or mix olive oil and lemon juice together in a small bowl for a lemon twist.
Fresh basil: Fresh herb for garnish. Can be replaced with dried basil or any other herb you prefer, or omitted altogether.
Salt and pepper: To taste. Season the garlic pizza bread bites according to your preference.
taste & texture
This garlic bread is a cheesy delight. The bread gets crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The melted cheese adds a salty and gooey goodness. The garlic gives it a sharp bite. Fresh basil, if used, adds a touch of peppery flavor. The garlic pizza bread bites have a simple but satisfying combination of textures and tastes.
directions
- Prepare the bread: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the baguette in half lengthwise.
- Garlic it up: Spread the minced garlic evenly over both halves of the bread.
- Cheese it up: Top the bread with your chosen cheeses. Distribute the mozzarella evenly, and crumble or spread the goat and brie cheeses to cover all the bread, including the edges. You can adjust the amount of each cheese to your preference.
- Bake it: Place the garlic toast pizzas on the large baking sheets and bake for 15-30 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden brown, and the cheese is melted and slightly browned in the center.
- Rest and serve: Take the texas toast garlic bread pizza out of the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes before slicing. Cut the bread into 3-inch slices.
- Finishing touches: Drizzle the garlic pizza bread bites with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!
expert tips & tricks
- This garlic bread pizza recipe skips the marinara sauce but you can serve a store-bought pizza sauce on the side for dipping! You can make your own homemade pizza sauce too buy combining tomato sauce, tomato paste and your own seasoning such as fresh herbs, red pepper, garlic powder or garlic cloves. Serve in a side dish alongside the pizza.
- These garlic pizza bread bites are a great recipe for make your own pizza night! You can use this pizza base and add any additional toppings you may want!
- You can also use the air fryer or toaster oven for baking but the cook time will vary as it will cook the easy garlic bread pizza bites faster.
how to make this a low carb recipe
Swap the regular baguette for low-carb garlic pizza bread bites like cauliflower bread.
how to make this a low fat recipe
For low fat garlic pizza bread bites, opt for low-fat or fat-free cheeses like mozzarella or ricotta, and use a minimal amount of olive oil when spreading on the bread.
how to make this a vegan recipe
For vegan garlic pizza bread bites, use vegan cheese alternatives and skip the honey drizzle. You can also drizzle with a vegan pesto instead of olive oil for added flavor.
how to serve, store and meal prep
Let the garlic bread cool slightly before slicing into it for easier handling. Serve warm for the best texture and melty cheese. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap and frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen bread directly from the freezer in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through. To meal prep, simply assemble the garlic pizza bread bites on individual baguette halves, stopping before the cheese addition. Wrap them tightly and freeze. When ready to eat, bake the garlic pizza bread bites from frozen as instructed above, adding a few extra minutes if needed.
Easy Garlic Bread Pizza Bites Recipe (Gluten free)
Ingredients
- 1 gluten free baguette or long roll
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 cup mozzarella or vegan mozzarella
- 1/2 cup goat cheese or any vegan soft cheese
- 1/2 cup herbed brie cheese or any vegan soft cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- fresh basil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the baguette in half lengthwise.
- Garlic it up: Spread the minced garlic evenly over both halves of the bread.
- Cheese it up: Top the bread with your chosen cheeses. Distribute the mozzarella evenly, and crumble or spread the goat and brie cheeses to cover all the bread, including the edges. You can adjust the amount of each cheese to your preference.
- Bake it: Place the bread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-30 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden brown, and the cheese is melted and slightly browned in the center.
- Rest and serve: Take the bread out of the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes before slicing. Cut the bread into 3-inch slices.
- Finishing touches: Drizzle the slices with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!
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