Air Fryer Pizza Toast

These 10-minute air fryer pizza toasts are a lifesaver when you crave pizza but are too hungry to wait for delivery!

Picture this – the perfect fusion of crispy bread, gooey cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, all coming together to make your taste buds sing, in less than 10 minutes! Whether you’re making it for yourself or for your family, this dish can be customized to suit every taste.

These pizza toasts are great for breakfast, a midday snack or even as a light dinner.

Instant Pizza Sauce

If you don’t have pizza sauce or marinara on hand, this recipe is the perfect subsitute. It can be made in a pinch and tastes pretty good too!

To a bowl add, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp red chilli flakes, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp sugar, 2 garlic cloves (grated) and 1 tbsp water. Mix well and your instant pizza sauce is ready!

Pizza Toast Topping Ideas

There are so many incredible toppings that go with these pizza toasts. Whether you like the more classic options or feel adventurous, there’s a lot of room for experimentation. Here are a few of my favorite toppings:

• Pepperoni: A classic favorite, thin slices of spicy or mild pepperoni add a flavorful kick.
• Mozzarella Cheese: A staple on almost every pizza, melted mozzarella provides a gooey, savory layer.
• Sweet Peppers: Sweet snack peppers are great on top of pizza. Bell peppers are delicious too.
• Black Olives: These provide a salty and briny taste, adding depth to the pizza toast.

• Fresh Basil: A fragrant herb that can be added after air frying, contributing a burst of freshness.
• Sausage: Whether it’s Italian sausage or another variety, sausage adds a hearty and savory taste.
• Onions: Red or white onions, when caramelized or sautéed, bring a sweet and savory flavor.
• Jalapenos: Perfect to add a kick of heat and acidity.
• Pesto: Switch up the tomato sauce for pesto sauce for a fresh flavored pizza toast.

Air Fryer Pizza Toast Recipe

This simple and quick-to-make pizza toast is a burst of flavors that will remind you of traditional pizza, but with a unique twist that satisfies your cravings in minutes. Check out the recipe card at the end for the detailed recipe.

Ingredients

• Sliced bread: White, multigrain, sourdough, or your preferred type
• Pizza sauce: You can use my instant pizza sauce in case you don’t have pizza sauce or marinara on hand
• Cheese: Fresh or aged mozzarella cheese works the best
• Toppings: Pepperoni, peppers, black olives, basil, etc

How to Make Air Fryer Pizza Toast

1. If you don’t have pizza sauce or marinara on hand, you can easily make an instant pizza sauce.
2. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce or marinara over a slice of bread. Layer with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese and add your favorite toppings.
3. Air fry at 350°F/175°C for 5-7 minutes. Alternatively, place the prepared toast under the broiler or in the toaster oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Garnish with fresh basil, a dash of extra virgin olive oil or red pepper flakes for an extra kick.

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