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Craving pizza? This crunchy Air Fryer Pizza Toast is my favorite quick fix when the urge hits. Just grab some pantry basics, toss on gooey mozzarella, and in a few minutes you’ve got that real pizza taste for a tasty snack or fast lunch. It’s my busy day hero!
When I gave this a go for the first time, the cheese got bubbly and the toast was just right. It quickly shot up to my weekly lunch lineup for when I want something fun but no extra work.
Tasty Ingredients
- Garlic powder Totally optional, but if you’re into garlic, this will boost the flavor
- Italian seasoning This classic blend gives big pizza vibes Give your jar a sniff to make sure it’s still fresh
- Pepperoni Slices Thin ones crisp up best though you can switch it up with any topping you’re into
- Shredded mozzarella cheese Grating it yourself makes it melt extra gooey
- Pizza sauce Use a jar or homemade stuff Look for real tomatoes and herbs for best results
- Bread Go sturdy like whole wheat or sourdough They hold up great and stay crunchy
Easy Instructions
- Cool and Serve
- Give the pizza toast about a minute to chill after cooking It firms up and is easier to grab Dig in while it’s still toasty
- Air Fry
- Set your bread in the air fryer basket so they’re flat Don’t pile them up Let them cook five minutes then peek at them Cheese should bubble and bread turns crisp If you want it extra brown let it go another minute or two
- Arrange the Toppings
- Lay out your pepperoni slices on the cheesy part Sprinkle some Italian seasoning and a bit of garlic powder if you like that
- Add Cheese
- Spread mozzarella all over the saucy bread Keep it light so it won't overflow while cooking
- Sauce the Bread
- Spoon pizza sauce over each bread slice from edge to edge Try for an even spread, but don’t drench it
- Preheat the Air Fryer
- Fire up your air fryer at three seventy five degrees Fahrenheit for three minutes Get that basket hot so the toast gets crispy right away—not soggy
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Pepperoni always wins for me because it crisps up so good in the air fryer. Made these with my kid once and we couldn’t stop giggling watching the cheese bubble up and the pepperoni curl. Still a happy memory every single time.
Storage Tips
If you’ve got extra, let ‘em cool down and stash between parchment in a sealed container in the fridge. Pop them back in the air fryer for a couple minutes to get that just-made feeling back. They’re always best fresh though!
Swaps and Options
Try whole grain or gluten free bread if you need. Out of mozzarella? No problem—cheddar, provolone, or even dairy-free cheese sub in fine. Throw on sliced tomato, mushrooms, or peppers for more veggie fun.
How to Serve
Slide a couple on the plate with a quick green salad for a breezy lunch. Snip them into strips for the snack table. They’re also awesome next to a bowl of soup for dinner or late-night munching.
Backstory
Folks started making pizza toast as a smart kitchen shortcut, and now it’s everywhere online. It’s just a laid-back twist on classic pizza flavors. Proof that easy and nostalgic always wins.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Is whole wheat or gluten-free bread okay for this?
Yep, you can use either one. Just watch your air fryer because you might want to toast them a bit longer or shorter.
- → What else tastes good on top?
Add bell pepper, cooked sausage, more cheese, olives, or mushrooms if you want to mix things up.
- → How can I make sure my toast stays crunchy?
Don’t drown your toast with sauce or pile on too many toppings so it stays nice and crisp.
- → Do I really need an air fryer? What about an oven?
You can absolutely use your oven. Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes or until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
- → Can this be made if I don’t eat dairy?
Totally! Just use your favorite dairy-free cheese instead of mozzarella to make it work for you.