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Air Fryer Pizza Bagels (Quick & Easy!)

Craving pizza but don’t have dough on hand? These Air Fryer Pizza Bagels are your answer! Made in just minutes, they’re crispy, cheesy, and totally customizable—perfect for a fast lunch, snack, or dinner.

Why You’ll Love These Pizza Bagels

  • Ready in under 15 minutes
  • Crispy, cheesy, and satisfying
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Kid-approved and air fryer-friendly

Ingredients

  • 2 bagels (plain or savory like everything bagels)
  • 4 tbsp pizza sauce
  • 3–4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 16 pepperoni slices (optional)
  • Optional toppings: sliced mushrooms, red onion, olives, etc.

How to Make Air Fryer Pizza Bagels

  1. Slice the Bagels
    Cut each bagel in half horizontally to make four pizza bases.
  2. Add Sauce
    Spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce on each bagel half.
  3. Top Your Bagels
    Add shredded mozzarella and your favorite toppings. Place pepperoni on top of the cheese if you want it crispy, or underneath if you prefer it softer.
  4. Preheat Air Fryer
    Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and let it preheat.
  5. Air Fry the Bagels
    Place bagel halves in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4–7 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. Adjust timing based on your air fryer and toppings.
  6. Serve & Enjoy
    Let cool for a minute (they’re hot!), then serve on their own or with dipping sauce like ranch or marinara.

Tips & Substitutions

  • Cheese melts slower if piled high, so go easy if you’re in a rush.
  • Loose toppings like sliced pepperoni may shift due to air fryer circulation—just reposition them with tongs if needed.
  • Every air fryer is different, so keep an eye on the first batch.

Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
  • Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 2–3 minutes for the best texture.
  • Microwaving is faster but may result in softer bagels.

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Air Fryer Pizza Bagels Recipe Card

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 5 min
Total Time: 13 min
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 bagels
  • 4 tbsp pizza sauce
  • 3–4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 16 slices pepperoni (optional)
  • Optional toppings (mushrooms, olives, onion, etc.)

Instructions:

  1. Slice bagels in half.
  2. Spread sauce evenly on each half.
  3. Add cheese and desired toppings.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
  5. Place bagels in a single layer and air fry for 4–7 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  6. Let cool slightly and enjoy!