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Quick & Easy Garlic Toast Pizzas – Cheesy, Crunchy, and Weeknight-Ready

By Corinne Griffith
May 27, 2025 2 Min Read
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Craving pizza but don’t want to deal with dough or delivery wait times? These Garlic Toast Pizzas are the ultimate weeknight hack. Made with frozen garlic toast as the crust, they’re crispy, cheesy, and endlessly customizable—all ready in under 15 minutes.


Why I Love This Recipe

This is one of those “why didn’t I think of that?” recipes. Garlic toast already delivers buttery crunch and bold flavor, so turning it into a personal pizza base is pure genius. It’s the perfect mix of convenience and creativity. Bonus: everyone can top their own!

For more fun, fast dinner ideas, check out Sheet Pan Quesadillas or our craveable Dorito Casserole.


📝 Ingredients

  • Frozen garlic toast (any brand you love)
  • Pizza sauce
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Toppings of your choice (pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, cooked sausage, etc.)

🥄 Tips & Customization Ideas

  • Go light on the sauce to keep the middle from getting soggy.
  • Use pre-shredded pizza blends or even fresh mozzarella for variety.
  • Make it meatless with mushrooms, spinach, and olives.
  • Use buffalo chicken, BBQ sauce, or even pesto for a fun twist.

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bake the Garlic Toast

Preheat oven and bake the frozen garlic toast according to the package directions—but pull it out about 2 minutes earlyto keep the base crisp but not overcooked.

2. Add Sauce & Toppings

Top each slice with:

  • A thin layer of pizza sauce
  • A generous handful of shredded mozzarella
  • Any toppings you love

Pro tip: Build on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment for easy cleanup.

3. Broil Until Bubbly

Switch oven to broil setting.
Return the topped garlic toast to the oven and broil for 2–4 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and golden.
Keep a close eye—they go from perfect to burnt quickly!

4. Serve & Enjoy

Serve hot and let everyone grab their favorite slice.
Optional: drizzle with ranch, sprinkle with chili flakes, or dip in Beer Cheese Dip for extra indulgence.


🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with a simple salad or baby carrots for a fast kid-friendly meal.
  • Make it a pizza party with different sauces and toppings for everyone to try.
  • Pair with Chicken Enchiladas or Instant Pot Lasagna for a multi-course dinner on the fly.

🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat: Use a toaster oven or bake at 375°F for 5–7 minutes to revive the crisp.
  • Freezer: Not recommended once topped—the cheese and sauce affect texture.

🍕 More Quick Comfort Recipes You’ll Love

  • Sheet Pan Quesadillas – So easy, so cheesy.
  • Dorito Casserole – Bold flavor, minimal effort.
  • Instant Pot Lasagna – Classic comfort, made fast.
  • Chicken Enchiladas – Melty, saucy perfection.
  • Beer Cheese Dip – Try it as a dip for your garlic toast pizza crusts!

🔚 Final Thoughts

These Garlic Toast Pizzas are proof that simple ingredients can deliver big-time flavor. Whether you need a fast dinner, a fun kid-friendly activity, or a late-night snack, this recipe has you covered in just minutes.

Tried it? Snap a pic and tag @ChefManiac with your favorite topping combo—we love seeing your kitchen shortcuts and upgrades!

Quick & Easy Garlic Toast Pizzas – Cheesy, Crunchy, and Weeknight-Ready

Quick & Easy Garlic Toast Pizzas – Cheesy, Crunchy, and Weeknight-Ready

Craving pizza but don’t want to deal with dough or delivery wait times? These

Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min

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Ingredients

  • Frozen garlic toast (any brand you love)
  • Pizza sauce
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Toppings of your choice (pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, cooked sausage, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Bake the Garlic Toast: Preheat oven and bake the frozen garlic toast according to the package directions—but pull it out about 2 minutes earlyto keep the base crisp but not overcooked.
  2. Add Sauce & Toppings: Top each slice with:
  3. A thin layer of pizza sauce
  4. A generous handful of shredded mozzarella
  5. Any toppings you love
  6. Pro tip: Build on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment for easy cleanup.
  7. Broil Until Bubbly: Switch oven to broil setting.Return the topped garlic toast to the oven and broil for 2–4 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and golden.Keep a close eye—they go from perfect to burnt quickly!
  8. Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot and let everyone grab their favorite slice.Optional: drizzle with ranch, sprinkle with chili flakes, or dip in Beer Cheese Dip for extra indulgence.

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