The Best French Bread Pizza Recipe

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Classic French bread pizza upgraded with a heavy dose of garlicky butter, two cheeses, and fresh herbs.

By J. Kenji López-Alt

J. Kenji López-Alt Kenji is the former culinary director for Serious Eats and a current culinary consultant for the site. He is also a New York Times food columnist and the author of The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science.

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Updated on September 14, 2025

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Using grocery store-style soft French bread, rather than a traditional crusty baguette, ensures the texture is tender and crisp without being tough or chewy.

Pre-toasting the bread with a savory garlic butter layer creates a base that supports the toppings without becoming mushy.

Compressing the bread with a baking sheet during pre-toasting keeps the sides from curling.

Double layers of cheese, the first layer baked on before adding…