Crispy Garlic Butter Bread Slice Pizza (Oven Baked)

A clever 20-minute snack that transforms simple white bread into a crispy, sunburst-style pizza with a sweet-savory honey garlic butter crust and melted mozzarella.

Ingredients

• 4–6 slices white sandwich bread
• 90 g sliced cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
• 40 g butter
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 tbsp honey
• 3 tbsp tomato sauce
• 1 small white onion
• 3–4 small sausages
• 50 g shredded mozzarella cheese
• 5–6 pitted black olives
• optional fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the bread base

   

   Take a stack of fresh white sandwich bread slices and place them on a clean wooden cutting board. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut the slices in half, creating uniform rectangular pieces that will serve as the crust for your pizza slices.

   Tip: Using slightly firm bread makes it easier to cut clean edges without squishing the slices.
2. 2Dice the onions

   

   Peel a white onion and place it on the cutting board. Finely dice the onion into small, even cubes. These will provide a savory crunch and aromatic flavor to the pizza topping.

   Tip: Chop the onion as finely as possible so it cooks through quickly in the oven.
3. 3Slice the sausages

   

   Take several small sausages and slice them into thin, even rounds on a cutting board. These will serve as a savory topping for your garlic bread pizza. If you prefer, you can substitute these with ham, bacon, or lunch meat for a different flavor profile.

   Tip: Chilling the sausages in the fridge for a few minutes before slicing can help you get cleaner, thinner rounds.
4. 4Prep the black olives

   

   Slice whole pitted black olives into thin rings. The olives add a salty, briny depth to the garlic bread pizza. If you arent a fan of olives, feel free to use dried fruit for a sweet-savory twist.

   Tip: Pat the olives dry with a paper towel before slicing to prevent them from slipping on the board.
5. 5Chop the fresh parsley

   

   Gather a small bunch of fresh green parsley and chop it finely using a sharp knife. The parsley adds a bright, fresh aroma to the dish. If you arent a fan of parsley, celery leaves make a great aromatic alternative.

   Tip: Make sure the parsley is completely dry before chopping to prevent it from turning into a paste.
6. 6Combine butter and garlic

   

   Melt 40 grams of butter in the microwave. Add one large spoonful of finely minced garlic to the bowl. This aromatic mixture will be the flavorful foundation for your pizza base.

   Tip: Use fresh garlic rather than bottled minced garlic for a much more potent and delicious aroma.
7. 7Sweeten with honey

   

   Drizzle two spoonfuls of honey into the bowl with the melted butter and minced garlic. Stir the mixture well to ensure the honey is fully incorporated, creating a perfect balance of savory garlic and sweet honey.

   Tip: If your honey has crystallized, warm it slightly so it flows easily and mixes smoothly with the butter.
8. 8Arrange the bread base

   

   Take slices of bread and cut each one in half. Arrange these half-slices in a circular, overlapping pattern on a flat plate or baking tray to create the crust for your pull-apart pizza.

   Tip: Overlap the slices tightly to ensure the cheese and toppings stay in the center during baking.
9. 9Add the cheese foundation

   

   Place approximately 90 grams of sliced cheese in the center of the bread circle. Layer them neatly so they cover the inner edges of the bread, providing a gooey base for the toppings.

   Tip: You can use mild cheddar, provolone, or any melting cheese slice you prefer for this layer.
10. 10Spread the tomato sauce

    

    Add three large spoonfuls of tomato sauce directly onto the layered cheese. Use the back of the spoon to spread it evenly across the center area.

    Tip: Avoid spreading the sauce too close to the outer edges of the bread to keep the crust crispy.
11. 11Add diced onions

    

    Evenly sprinkle finely chopped onions over the tomato sauce. This adds a nice crunch and savory flavor to the heart of the pizza.

    Tip: Chop the onions very finely so they soften properly during the short baking time.
12. 12Top with sausage and olives

    

    Distribute the sliced sausages and black olives over the onions. You can substitute the sausage with ham or bacon and the olives with other vegetables if you prefer a different flavor profile.

    Tip: Press the toppings down slightly into the sauce to make sure they stay in place during the final cheese topping

Storage & Reheating

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