These quick and easy English Muffin Pizzas are done in the Air Fryer in less than 5 minutes and the kids LOVE them!
Growing up these little english muffin pizzas were a quick snack and meal staple. They are cheap and easy to make, can be customized with our favorite toppings, and even the kids love helping make them! Using the air fryer reduces the cook time and helps them get crispy quickly! These Air Fryer English Muffin Pizzas are so tasty and easy to make!
How to make English Muffin Pizzas in the Air Fryer:
**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**
- Get the ingredients together. For this recipe all that is needed is english muffins, pizza sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese; however you can add other toppings as well!
- Open the english muffins and then add a layer of sauce and sprinkle the cheese on top. Add whatever other toppings are desired. Add a sprinkle of dried basil or italian seasoning over the top of the cheese.
- Pop them in the air fryer and cook until the cheese is melted and the english muffins are getting crispy (see full directions below in the recipe card). Remove the air fryer english muffin pizzas and serve hot!
Can I make english muffin pizzas in the oven? Yes! Follow the same directions but instead of air frying, add them to a baking sheet and then cook at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
PrintAir Fryer English Muffin Pizzas
These quick and easy English Muffin Pizzas are done in the Air Fryer in less than 5 minutes and the kids LOVE them!
- Prep Time: 3 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 english muffins cut in half
- ½ cup pizza or marinara sauce
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- dried basil optional
Instructions
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Add a spoonful of sauce to each half of english muffin. Spread to cover the surface. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top of the sauce and lightly press down into the sauce. Sprinkle dried basil over the top. Repeat for all english muffin halves.
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Add the pizzas to the air fryer. Set to 380 degrees and cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the muffins are getting crispy. Remove and serve!
Notes
Nutrition is based off 1 mini pizza (half the English muffin): 137 calories, 6g fat, 16g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 8g protein.
Can I make english muffin pizzas in the oven? Yes! Follow the same directions but instead of air frying, add them to a baking sheet and then cook at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
