Air Fryer Cheesy Pizza
A delightful dish that brings together the comfort of pizza with the convenience of air frying, producing a crispy crust and perfectly melted cheese in mere minutes.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 piece pizza crust You can use store-bought or homemade.
Main Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Provides gooey, cheesy goodness.
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce A savory base to complement the toppings.
- as needed toppings of your choice Options include pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc.
For Brushing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For brushing the crust to add flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out your pizza crust to fit your air fryer basket.
- Brush the top side of the crust lightly with olive oil.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pizza sauce.
- Layer your favorite toppings on top of the cheese.
Cooking
- Carefully place the topped pizza in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, keeping an eye on it during the last few minutes.
- Remove the pizza once the cheese is bubbly and golden-brown.
- Let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing into pieces.
Serving
- Slice the pizza into equal portions and arrange on a plate.
- Pair with classic sides like a fresh garden salad or dipping sauces.
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Notes
You can enhance the flavor by adding herbs to your olive oil before brushing. For a crispy crust, you may pre-cook the crust for a couple of minutes before adding toppings.