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Crispy Cheese & Tomato Pizza Toast Bites

Golden-brown toast rounds loaded with melted mozzarella, tangy tomato sauce, and a scatter of fresh basil. Ready in 12 minutes — the ultimate 4 PM snack.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
12g
Crispy Cheese & Tomato Pizza Toast Bites
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat broiler on high. Arrange bread slices on a sheet pan in a single layer.

  2. Step 2

    Brush each slice lightly with olive oil. Broil 2 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp.

  3. Step 3

    Remove pan from broiler. Spread 1 tbsp tomato sauce on each slice.

  4. Step 4

    Top each with a handful of mozzarella. Return to broiler for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.

  5. Step 5

    Scatter fresh basil on top. Serve immediately while cheese is still gooey.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • broiler or toaster oven
  • pastry brush

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