Description
Imagine the flavors of classic pizza fused with the warmth and crunch of golden toast. Pizza Lava Toast is a gooey, cheesy, and satisfying snack that combines tomato sauce, melted cheese, and crispy bread. It’s a viral comfort food that’s quick to make and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
4 slices sourdough or Italian bread
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup cheddar or provolone cheese, shredded
½ cup herby tomato pizza sauce
1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
Optional Toppings:
Pepperoni slices
Fresh basil leaves
Mushrooms, thinly sliced
Caramelized onions
Crumbled sausage
Balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toast the bread lightly in the oven or toaster for 2–3 minutes. This helps prevent sogginess.
Spread a generous layer of tomato sauce over each slice.
Add the cheese, combining mozzarella with your secondary cheese of choice.
Top it off with your favorite toppings (pepperoni, basil, etc.).
Bake for 5–7 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve hot and enjoy the perfect cheesy pull!
Notes
Bread Options: Try focaccia, brioche, or French baguette for different textures.
Make-Ahead Tip: Assemble toast without baking and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
Cheese Pull Tip: Use freshly grated mozzarella for ultimate gooeyness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion / Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 150–180g)
- Calories: 330–400 kcal
- Sugar: 3–5 g
- Sodium: 650–800 mg
- Fat: 18–22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8–10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7–9 g
- Trans Fat: 0–0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28–32 g
- Fiber: 2–3 g
- Protein: 12–15 g
- Cholesterol: 35–50 mg
Keywords: Pizza Toast, Cheesy Toast, Viral Snack, Pizza Bread, Lava Cheese Toast