Sometimes you just crave a delicious pizza but don't want to wait for delivery or heat up the whole oven. That's where the air fryer comes to the rescue! This recipe for Air Fryer Pizza is incredibly quick, easy, and delivers a surprisingly crispy crust and perfectly melted cheese. It's perfect for a single serving, a speedy lunch, or a fun snack. Get ready for pizza night in a fraction of the time!
This method works best with pre-made pizza dough, pita
bread, or even English muffins for a super fast version.
Ingredients:
1 pre-made pizza dough ball (about 6-8 ounces) OR 1 large
pita bread OR 2 English muffin halves
2-3 tablespoons pizza sauce (your favorite kind!)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Your favorite pizza toppings (pepperoni slices, cooked
sausage, sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, etc.)
Optional: Olive oil, Italian seasoning, grated Parmesan
cheese
Instructions (using pizza dough):
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
for a few minutes.
Shape the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, stretch or
roll out the pizza dough to fit comfortably in your air fryer basket, leaving a
little space around the edges. If your air fryer is small, you may need to make
two smaller pizzas.
Pre-cook the Crust (Optional but Recommended for Dough):
Carefully place the dough in the preheated air fryer basket. Cook for 3-4
minutes until it just starts to set but isn't fully browned. This helps prevent
a soggy bottom. Remove the crust from the air fryer.
Add Sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the
pre-cooked (or pita/muffin) crust, leaving a small border for the edges.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly
over the sauce.
Add Toppings: Arrange your favorite pizza toppings over the
cheese.
Air Fry: Carefully place the pizza back in the air fryer
basket. Cook for another 5-8 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown, the
cheese is melted and bubbly, and the toppings are heated through. Cooking times
may vary depending on your air fryer and the thickness of your crust and
toppings.
Serve: Carefully remove the pizza from the air fryer and
let it cool for a minute before slicing and serving.
Instructions (using pita bread or English muffins):
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
for a few minutes.
Prepare the Base: If using English muffins, lightly toast
them first for extra crispiness.
Add Sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pita
bread or English muffin halves.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly
over the sauce.
Add Toppings: Arrange your favorite pizza toppings over the
cheese.
Air Fry: Place the pita pizza or English muffin pizzas in
the preheated air fryer basket. Cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the cheese is
melted and bubbly and the toppings are heated through.
Serve: Carefully remove the pizzas from the air fryer and
serve immediately.
Tips for Air Fryer Pizza Success:
Don't Overcrowd: Cook one pizza at a time to ensure even
cooking and crisping.
Adjust Cooking Time: Air fryers can vary, so keep an eye on
your pizza and adjust the cooking time as needed.
Prevent Toppings from Flying: If your toppings are light,
they might get blown around by the air fryer's fan. You can try placing larger
toppings on top or using a toothpick to secure very light items.
Experiment with Crusts: Feel free to try different types of
pre-made dough, tortillas, or even naan bread for your pizza base.
Get Creative with Toppings: The possibilities are endless!
Use your favorite combinations.
Living here in Ewing Township, this air fryer pizza has
become a weeknight lifesaver! It's a quick, fun, and delicious way to satisfy
those pizza cravings without a lot of fuss. Enjoy your homemade air fryer
pizza!
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