Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large baguette (cut into 1-inch slices)
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Suggested Toppings:
- Pepperoni slices
- Diced bell peppers
- Sliced black olives
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Cooked sausage crumbles
- Fresh basil leaves
- Pineapple chunks (optional, for Hawaiian-style bites)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the baguette slices: Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Toast the bread: Brush each slice with a little olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes until slightly crisp. This helps prevent sogginess when adding the toppings.
- Add the sauce: Spread 1-2 teaspoons of marinara or pizza sauce onto each toasted baguette slice.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by a small pinch of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Customize with toppings: Add your favorite toppings to each slice. For example:
- Pepperoni slices and diced bell peppers for a classic combo.
- Sautéed mushrooms and fresh basil for a gourmet twist.
- Pineapple and ham for a Hawaiian-style bite.
- Season and bake: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the assembled bites. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes, if desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 pizza bites
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g