Description
A quick and easy Air Fryer Texas Toast Pizza recipe featuring crispy buttery Texas toast topped with melty mozzarella cheese, tangy pizza sauce, and customizable toppings. Ready in under 15 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights or snacks, this recipe delivers a delicious pizza experience without the need for dough, using your air fryer to achieve a crunchy crust and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 slices Texas toast (thick and buttery bread)
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your choice of toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, olives, mushrooms, etc.)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (optional, for brushing)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Lightly brush each slice of Texas toast with olive oil or melted butter to help develop a crisp, golden crust during air frying.
- Add the Sauce: Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce evenly over each slice, leaving a small margin around the edges to keep the crust crispy.
- Layer Your Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce for full coverage, then evenly distribute your favorite toppings on top.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Arrange the prepared toast pizzas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 6-8 minutes, watching for melted cheese and golden, crispy edges.
- Add Final Seasoning and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle Italian seasoning or fresh basil over the top. Serve hot for a gooey, crispy pizza experience.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; arrange slices in a single layer for even cooking.
- Prep toppings in advance to save time during assembly.
- Use thick layers of cheese to prevent dryness and enhance flavor.
- Monitor closely near the end of cooking to avoid overcooking as air fryer models vary.
- Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley after cooking for enhanced aroma and color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze individually for up to 1 month.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg