Why Make This Recipe
Who doesn’t love a quick, delicious snack that screams comfort food? Air Fryer Pizza Toast is the answer to all your cravings—crispy, cheesy, and totally customizable! This recipe gives you the joy of pizza without all the fuss of dough-making or lengthy bake times. On a busy day or lazy weekend, this will save you from becoming hangry! 🙃
How to Make Air Fryer Pizza Toast: Crispy, Cheesy, and Ready in Minutes
Making Air Fryer Pizza Toast is a breeze. In fact, it’ll take you about the same amount of time to prep and cook as it does to scroll through your social media. Here’s the simple breakdown of what you need to do.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (white, wheat, or sourdough)
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 slices turkey pepperoni (or your preferred toppings)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and let it preheat for a few minutes. This is crucial, so don’t skip it!
Prepare the Bread: Lightly brush both sides of each bread slice with olive oil. This little step makes your pizza toast crisp up like perfection in the air fryer. 🥖
Assemble the Pizza Toast: Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce on each slice of bread. Sprinkle on garlic powder and dried oregano for that authentic pizza vibe. Toss on the shredded mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni (or whatever toppings you fancy).
Air Fry the Toast: Place the prepared slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbly, and the edges look crispy.
Serve: Carefully remove the pizza toast from the air fryer and let it cool for a minute. If you’re feeling spicy, sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Serve warm, and voilà—dinner is served!
How to Serve Air Fryer Pizza Toast: Crispy, Cheesy, and Ready in Minutes
Let’s be real: this pizza toast is perfect as a snack, party appetizer, or even a light meal. Pair it up with a side salad or some veggie sticks if you want to feel a bit fancy. Feeling cheeky? Dive right in without a side and taste that cheesy goodness!
How to Store Air Fryer Pizza Toast: Crispy, Cheesy, and Ready in Minutes
If you somehow have leftovers (seriously?), you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for about 2-3 days. Just know that the crispy factor may take a hit—no one likes soggy toast! If you want to reheat, throw them back in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore that crunch.
Tips to Make Air Fryer Pizza Toast: Crispy, Cheesy, and Ready in Minutes
- Don’t overload the toppings. A little goes a long way, and you still want that bread to shine through!
- Use different cheeses if mozzarella isn’t your jam. Cheddar, gouda, or feta can mix things up.
- For a health kick, try adding veggies like bell peppers, olives, or onions.
Variation
Feeling adventurous? Swap the pizza sauce for pesto or even barbecue sauce. Top with chicken or grilled veggies for a whole new flavor profile. The world of Air Fryer Pizza Toast is vast and totally customizable!
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen bread?
A: Absolutely! Just keep an eye on the cooking time since it might take a minute longer to toast up perfectly.
Q: What if I don’t have an air fryer?
A: You can bake these in your oven! Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until crispy and gooey.
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: You can prep the toppings and assemble your toast but cook them fresh for the best results. No one likes sad, soggy pizza.
Now, go unleash your inner chef and make this Air Fryer Pizza Toast! 🍕✨
Air Fryer Pizza Toast
Ingredients
For the base
- 4 slices slices of bread (white, wheat, or sourdough)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Lightly brush both sides of the bread
For the toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce Spread generously on each slice
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Sprinkle evenly over sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder For added flavor
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano For authentic pizza taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, for extra heat
- 12 slices turkey pepperoni Or your preferred toppings
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 370°F (188°C) for a few minutes.
- Lightly brush both sides of each bread slice with olive oil.
Assembly
- Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce on each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and dried oregano over the sauce.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni on top.
Cooking
- Place the prepared slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
Serving
- Carefully remove the pizza toast from the air fryer and let it cool for a minute.
- Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
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