Description
Garlic Pizza Bread is a fusion of garlic bread and cheesy pizza, featuring a fluffy crust, rich garlic butter, and gooey cheese. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or party snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 ball pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough into a circle or rectangle, about ½ inch thick.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Brush the garlic butter generously over the dough.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top.
- Optionally add Parmesan cheese and a light dusting of dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Slice into wedges or strips and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone or perforated pan for a crispier crust.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cheese and vegan butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or skillet to maintain texture.
- Add favorite toppings like pepperoni, olives, or cherry tomatoes for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg