Easy Air Fryer Pizza – Best Recipes

Quick, crispy, and customizable—perfect for pizza night!

Craving pizza but don’t want to deal with a long wait for delivery or the hassle of heating up your oven? This Easy Air Fryer Pizza recipe lets you make fresh, crispy, and melty pizzas in a fraction of the time! Whether you want to make mini pizzas for an appetizer, a quick snack, or even a dinner option, your air fryer makes it possible in about 16-18 minutes.

This recipe uses simple ingredients like pre-made pizza dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings. With the air fryer’s ability to crisp up the crust in minutes, you get that perfect, golden, and bubbly pizza without the need for a pizza stone or oven. It’s a fun, easy, and speedy way to enjoy a homemade pizza night!

Ingredients:

1 package of pre-made pizza dough (or homemade, see the section below on dough alternatives)
1/2 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or any toppings of your choice like mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, sausage, or even pineapple)
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional but adds a nice herb flavor)
Olive oil spray (to lightly coat the dough for crispiness)

Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure the air fryer is at the right temperature for a crispy crust right from the start. It should only take a few minutes for the air fryer to heat up, giving you enough time to prepare the dough and toppings.

Tip: While preheating, you can also line your air fryer basket with parchment paper or a reusable air fryer liner. It helps keep things clean, but make sure it’s cut to fit the basket to prevent airflow obstruction.

Step 2: Prepare the Pizza Dough

Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thick. The thinner the dough, the crisper it will be. If you prefer a chewier crust, you can leave it slightly thicker.
Cut the Dough: Use a round cutter, small plate, or just your hands to shape the dough into circles or squares, depending on what fits in your air fryer. Most air fryers fit 6-inch pizzas comfortably, but you can make smaller or larger ones based on your air fryer’s size.

Prepare for Frying: Lightly spray one side of the dough with olive oil to ensure the crust becomes golden and crispy as it cooks.

Tip: If you’re using homemade dough, roll it out just like store-bought dough, and it will work just as well. Alternatively, you can use pre-made flatbreads or pita for a quicker pizza option.

Step 3: Assemble the Pizzas

Pizza Sauce: Place the dough rounds into the air fryer basket (oil side down). Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of pizza sauce onto each pizza. Be careful not to add too much sauce, as it can make the dough soggy. Leave a small border around the edge for a crust.
Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce. Mozzarella is perfect because it melts beautifully and gives that classic pizza cheese stretch!

Toppings: Add your favorite toppings like pepperoni, sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or any other pizza ingredients you love. This is where you can get creative and mix and match according to your taste. You can also add cooked sausage, bacon bits, or olives.
Italian Seasoning: For that extra layer of flavor, lightly sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over the top. If you’re making a Margherita-style pizza, use fresh basil leaves instead.

Pro Tip: If you prefer a crispy topping, place the pepperoni or other meats on top of the cheese. If you like the cheese to melt over your toppings, layer them underneath the cheese.

Step 4: Air Fry the Pizza

Place the Pizza in the Basket: Carefully place the assembled pizzas into the preheated air fryer basket. If you have a smaller air fryer, you might need to cook the pizzas in batches.

Cooking Time: Air fry the pizzas at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes, checking around 6 minutes for the desired crispness. The pizza crust should be golden brown, and the cheese should be fully melted and bubbly. You may need to adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your dough and toppings.

Tip: Don’t overcrowd the basket! Make sure there’s enough space for air to circulate around each pizza for an even cook. If your air fryer is on the smaller side, cook in batches for the best results.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

After the pizza is done, carefully remove it from the air fryer basket using tongs or a spatula. Allow the pizza to cool for 1–2 minutes before slicing. The cheese and toppings will be very hot immediately after cooking.
Serve: Serve the pizzas as they are or with a side of warm marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or a sprinkling of fresh basil.

Optional: Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Storage and Reheating:

Leftovers: You can store leftover pizzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating: To keep the crust crispy, reheat the pizza in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 3–5 minutes. This will help revive the crispy texture.

Variations & Customizations:

BBQ Chicken Pizza: Swap out the pizza sauce for BBQ sauce and top with shredded chicken, red onions, and cilantro.

Vegetarian Pizza: Skip the meat and load up with your favorite veggies like spinach, tomatoes, onions, zucchini, or eggplant.
Meat Lovers: Add bacon, sausage, and even meatballs for a hearty, protein-packed pizza.
Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free pizza crust or flatbread as your base for a gluten-free pizza night.

Mini Dessert Pizza: For a sweet treat, spread a thin layer of Nutella or cream cheese, top with fruit like strawberries or bananas, and bake as a dessert pizza.