Air Fryer Pizza Toasts are a quick and delicious snack or appetizer that you can whip up in minutes! They’re basically mini pizzas on toast, cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer. Perfect for satisfying pizza cravings without the effort of making a whole pizza!
Here’s an easy recipe for Air Fryer Pizza Toasts:
Air Fryer Pizza Toasts Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or any bread of your choice)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of your favorite cheeses)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)
- Toppings of your choice (pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
- Olive oil spray (optional, for extra crispiness)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Prepare the Bread:
- Place the slices of bread on a cutting board. You can lightly toast them in a toaster if you want them extra crispy before topping, but this step is optional.
- If you like extra crispiness, spray the top of the bread with a little olive oil before adding the sauce.
- Assemble the Pizza Toasts:
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each slice of bread.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add your choice of toppings, like pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, or any other favorite pizza toppings.
- Sprinkle a little oregano and garlic powder on top for extra flavor.
- Air Fry the Pizza Toasts:
- Place the assembled pizza toasts in the air fryer basket. You may need to do this in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once they’re done, carefully remove the pizza toasts from the air fryer.
- Slice them if you want smaller pieces or enjoy them as they are.
- Serve immediately with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Tips:
- Customize your toppings: Feel free to get creative! You can add things like cooked sausage, fresh basil, or even a drizzle of balsamic glaze after air frying.
- Bread choices: Try using English muffins, bagels, or even ciabatta rolls for a different take on pizza toasts.
- Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes or spicy sausage for a kick!
These pizza toasts are perfect for when you’re craving something quick, cheesy, and crispy. Plus, the air fryer makes them so easy!