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Air Fryer Pizza Toast

Air fryer pizza toast is the ultimate quick-fix comfort food. Crispy bread, rich tomato sauce, gooey melted cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings come together in minutes using the air fryer. No oven required, no waiting time, and no mess — just fast, delicious results.

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, after-school snacks, or when you’re craving pizza without making dough from scratch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ready in under 10 minutes
Crispy toast with melted cheese
Uses simple pantry ingredients
Kid-friendly and customizable
No oven needed

Ingredients (2 servings)

4 slices bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
½ cup pizza sauce or marinara
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
¼ cup sliced mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers (optional)
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Olive oil spray (optional)

Ingredient Notes

Bread:
Thicker slices work best to prevent sogginess.

Cheese:
Low-moisture mozzarella melts beautifully in the air fryer.

How to Make Air Fryer Pizza Toast

Step 1: Preheat Air Fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes.

Step 2: Assemble the Toast

Lightly spray bread with olive oil if desired.
Spread pizza sauce evenly on each slice.
Top with mozzarella cheese and desired toppings.
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Step 3: Air Fry

Place pizza toast in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 5–7 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden.

Step 4: Serve

Carefully remove and let cool for 1 minute before serving.

Tips for Best Results

Don’t overload toppings — it prevents crisping
Use parchment liners with holes for easy cleanup
Watch closely after 5 minutes to avoid burning
For extra crispy toast, air fry bread for 1 minute before adding toppings

Variations

Cheese Pizza Toast: Mozzarella + parmesan
Veggie Pizza Toast: Peppers, onions, mushrooms
Hawaiian: Ham and pineapple
BBQ Chicken: BBQ sauce, chicken, red onion
Garlic Pizza Toast: Brush bread with garlic butter first

Storage & Reheating

Best eaten fresh.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 2–3 minutes.

Final Thoughts

Air fryer pizza toast is proof that great comfort food doesn’t need to be complicated. Crispy, cheesy, and endlessly customizable, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.