Craving pizza but don’t want to deal with dough or delivery? This Air Fryer Pizza Toast has you covered. All you need is bread, your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings — and the air fryer does the rest!
It’s crispy, customizable, and lightning fast — great for after-school snacks, lazy dinners, or satisfying that pizza craving without the fuss. Perfect for kids and adults.
Here’s a delicious Air Fryer Pizza Toast recipe with nutrition facts and storage tips:
Air Fryer Pizza Toast Recipe
Ingredients (for 2 servings / 4 slices):
- 4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8–10 slices of pepperoni (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional, for extra crisp)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or oregano)
- ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Bread: Lightly brush each slice with olive oil or butter (optional for crispness).
- Assemble: Spread pizza sauce over each slice, sprinkle cheese, and top with pepperoni or preferred toppings.
- Season: Add Italian seasoning and chili flakes.
- Air Fry: Place slices in the basket (single layer). Air fry for 5–7 minutes or until cheese melts and bread is crispy.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy hot!
Storage & Reheating
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
- Reheat: Pop back into the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until warm and crispy again
- Not freezer-friendly (bread may go soggy)
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a side salad, garlic dip, or hot honey drizzle
- Pair with tomato soup for a cozy meal
- Great for party platters or a quick movie-night snack
Nutrition (per slice, approx.):
- Calories: 150–180 kcal
- Carbs: 18g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
