Garlic Bread Pizza 
(Easy 20 minute after school snack)

Garlic Bread Pizza is a quick and easy recipe that your children and grandchildren can make in no time at all. Using frozen garlic bread as the base makes this a simple, fun meal that’s ready in minutes.

With back-to-school season just around the corner, this is the perfect after-school snack or easy meal for busy evenings. Pizza is always a favorite, and this version lets everyone create their own with their favorite toppings.

I recently made this along with my Garlic Lasagna Bread, and
BBQ Chicken Garlic Bread Pizza for the children in my neighborhood to test, and this one was the favorite among them. It’s simple, delicious, and always a hit.

This pizza bread recipe was made using a mini loaf of garlic bread, but just increase the amount of ingredients to make the larger size
loaf.

HOW TO MAKE GARLIC BREAD PIZZA :

Ingredients

(Full measurements in recipe card below)

• Frozen garlic bread (mini loaf or full-size loaf)
• Pizza sauce
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Mini pepperoni
• Cooked sausage
• Diced ham
• Bell peppers
• Onions

Use any combination of toppings your family enjoys.

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Slice the garlic bread in half lengthwise and place butter side up on the baking sheet.
• Bake for 7 minutes to lightly crisp the bread.
• Remove from oven and spread pizza sauce evenly over each half.
• Add your meats evenly over the bread.
• Top with vegetables.
• Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over each half.
• Return to oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, until cheese begins to melt.
• Add remaining cheese and return to oven for a few more minutes, until fully melted and bubbly.
• Remove from oven and let sit for about 5 minutes. Slice and serve.

Step by Step Photos for Garlic Bread Pizza

Here are the ingredients that I used.   Mini pepperoni, sausage, ham,
peppers, onions, sauce, and mozzarella cheese. You may add any other ingredients that your family likes.

Open the bread and separate the halves.  Place on a
parchment lined baking sheet, with butter side up.
Bake in a 375 degree preheated oven for 7 minutes.
Remove from the oven.

Spread half of the pizza sauce on each half of bread.

Arrange the meats evenly on each half.

Next add the veggies. Top each half with equal amounts.

Top with half of the mozzarella cheese.

Return to oven for 5-7 minutes, until cheese is melted. Remove from the oven.

Add the remaining cheese on each half, and return to oven until cheese is melted, just a few minutes.

Transfer to a cutting board. Allow to set about 5 minutes, then cut into desired size pieces.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy—ready in about 20 minutes
• Budget-friendly ingredients
• Perfect for after-school snacks or quick meals
• Kids love making their own custom pizzas
• Easy to adjust for small or large servings

Tips and Variations for Garlic Bread Pizza

• Use garlic toast slices for individual portions
• Let kids build their own pizzas with favorite toppings
• Try different cheeses like cheddar or Italian blend
• Add olives, mushrooms, or jalapeños for variety
• Make it vegetarian with just veggies and cheese

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use garlic toast instead of a loaf?
Yes, garlic toast slices work perfectly for smaller portions.

Should I bake the garlic bread first?
Yes, pre-baking helps create a crisp base and prevents sogginess.

How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

How do I reheat?
Reheat in a 375°F oven until warmed through for best texture.

Serving Ideas

Serve Garlic Bread Pizza with fresh fruit or a simple green salad.

This Garlic Bread Pizza is one of those easy recipes that brings everyone into the kitchen. It’s fun to make, easy to customize, and perfect for those busy August days when you need something quick and satisfying.

This post was shared on Sweet Little Bluebird Weekend Potluck.

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GARLIC BREAD PIZZA

A quick and easy treat to have anytime. Frozen garlic bread loaves are topped with pizza sauce, veggies, meats and cheese toppings.

Course Breads, Pasta/Pizza

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Garlic Bread Pizza, Kid Friendly Snacks,

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 14 minutes minutes

Total Time 24 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 248kcal

Author pamelashank2015

Ingredients

• 1 8oz mini loaf frozen garlic bread
• 3/4 cup pizza sauce
• 1/4 cup mini pepperoni pieces
• 1/4 lb ground sausage browned & crumbled
• 1/4 cup diced ham cubes
• 2 Tablespoons green bell peppers diced
• 2 Tablespoons red bell peppers diced
• 2 Tablespoons onions diced
• 1/4 cup banana peppers
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Open garlic bread, separate halves, and place on baking sheet with butter side up.
• Bake for 7 minutes. Remove from the oven.
• Spread half of pizza sauce on each half. Evenly divide the pepperoni, sausage, and ham between the 2 halves. Top each with even amounts of the veggies. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese on each half.
• Return to the oven and bake 6-7 minutes, until cheese is melted and bread appears light golden brown on edges. Remove from oven.
• Sprinkle the remaining cheese on each half, and set back in the oven about 2 minutes, for this cheese to melt.
• Transfer bread to a cutting board and allow to set about 5 minutes.
• Cut into pieces of desired size.

Notes

NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER. Calorie count provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

*Can I use the pieces of garlic toast?
Yes. I have used them several times.

*Should I bake the garlic bread before adding the toppings?
Yes. Baking it about 7 minutes prior to adding toppings will give you a crisper pizza.