Air Fryer Cheese Pizza

Air Fryer Cheese Pizza is a quick, delicious, and satisfying way to enjoy pizza night at home. With a crispy golden crust, gooey melted cheese, and your favorite seasonings, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or even a fun snack. Using the air fryer makes the process faster while giving you that irresistible crunch without needing a traditional oven.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• ½ cup pizza sauce (or marinara)
• 1 to 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano + basil)
• Olive oil spray (for the basket and crust)
• Optional garnish: fresh basil leaves, red chili flakes

How To Make Air Fryer Cheese Pizza

1. Prepare the dough: Roll out your pizza dough to fit the size of your air fryer basket. Lightly spray the basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. Pre-bake the crust (optional): Place the dough in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 3–4 minutes. This helps keep the crust from being soggy.
3. Assemble the pizza: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. Add Italian seasoning.
4. Air fry: Return the pizza to the air fryer and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
5. Serve: Remove carefully, garnish with fresh basil or chili flakes if desired, slice, and enjoy!

You Must Know

• Pre-baking the dough ensures a crispy base.
• Don’t overload with cheese or toppings—too much can make the crust soggy.
• Air fryer sizes vary; you may need to make smaller personal pizzas if your basket is small.

Topping Variations

• Classic Margherita: Add tomato slices and fresh basil.
• Veggie Lovers: Top with bell peppers, mushrooms, and olives.
• Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños, hot sauce drizzle, or chili flakes.
• Four-Cheese Pizza: Combine mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, and blue cheese.

Make It A Meal

Pair your Air Fryer Cheese Pizza with:

• A fresh side salad (Caesar or Greek).
• Garlic knots or air fryer mozzarella sticks.
• A light soup like tomato basil or minestrone.

Pro Tips

• Use parchment paper with holes to make cleanup easier and keep airflow steady.
• If using fresh mozzarella, pat it dry with paper towels to avoid excess moisture.
• Brush the crust edges with olive oil or garlic butter before air frying for extra flavor.

Recipe FAQs

Q: Can I use naan or pita bread instead of pizza dough?
A: Yes! Naan, pita, or even tortillas make excellent quick pizza bases.

Q: How do I reheat leftover pizza in the air fryer?
A: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes until hot and crispy again.

Q: Can I freeze air fryer pizza?
A: Yes, cook the pizza first, let it cool, then freeze. Reheat directly in the air fryer when ready.

Air Fryer Cheese Pizza

Print Recipe

Air fryer pizza is crispy, cheesy, and loaded with personalized toppings! It’s a fun, family-friendly way to make individual pizzas at home!

• Author: Julia
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 4
• Category: Pizza

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450 grams) homemade pizza dough or store bought
• Semolina or Cornmeal to stretch the dough
• 1 cup (225 grams) pizza sauce homemade or store bought
• 2 balls (2 250-gram balls) buffalo mozzarella sliced, or 2-3 cups shredded mozzarella
• Olive oil
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 350°F/180°C, and line the basket with parchment Air Fryer Liners, or spray with non stick spray that is safe for air fryers.
2. Divide the dough into 4 balls (or 2 if making larger pizzas, but this depends on the size of your air fryer basket), then with the help of semolina or cornmeal roll out the dough into personal size pizzas that can fit your air fryer basket (it should be about ½ inch thick), or 2 larger ones.
3. Place the dough into the air fryer, then while it’s in the air fryer top with pizza sauce, cheese, and drizzle with olive oil (I like the brush the edges for nice browning). You can also season with cracked black pepper, and any desired toppings like parmesan, pepperoni, chicken, etc
4. Place the basket back in the Air Fryer, and air fry for 10-12 minutes. Every Air Fryer is different so start checking at 8 minutes.
5. Carefully remove from the Air Fryer basket, top with chopped basil leaves, slice and serve.

Notes

• Store the leftovers in the fridge in a zip top bag or airtight container for 2–3 days.
• To reheat pizzas in the air fryer, put them back into the air fryer basket at 350°F/180°C and heat for 2–3 minutes.