Air Fryer Pizza Toast (Print View)

Crispy garlic bread topped with marinara, mozzarella, and herbs for a delightful snack or meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bread & Garlic Butter

01 - 4 slices thick-cut sourdough, Italian, or sandwich bread
02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
05 - Pinch of salt

→ Sauce & Cheese

06 - 1/2 cup marinara sauce
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Toppings (optional)

09 - 12 to 16 slices pepperoni or vegetarian alternative
10 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
11 - 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
12 - 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
14 - Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 370°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl; mix well.
03 - Spread the garlic butter evenly over one side of each bread slice.
04 - Place bread slices buttered side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket; work in batches if necessary.
05 - Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce onto each bread slice.
06 - Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
07 - Place selected toppings over the cheese, then sprinkle with dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
08 - Cook at 370°F for 6 to 8 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden and bread is crisp.
09 - Remove carefully from the air fryer, let cool briefly, and serve warm. Garnish with additional parsley or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's genuinely faster than ordering delivery and tastes like you put real thought into dinner.
  • The air fryer does something magic here—the bread gets crispy while the cheese melts perfectly, no burnt edges or soggy middles.
  • You can customize every single one to match what you're craving, from loaded veggie versions to pepperoni-heavy versions that feel indulgent.
02 -
  • Don't overlap the bread slices or they'll steam instead of crisp up—single layer only, even if it means two batches.
  • The marinara needs to go on before the cheese, not under the butter, or the whole thing won't hold together properly.
  • If your cheese is browning too fast before the bread crisps up, your air fryer is running hotter than advertised—drop the temp by 10 degrees next time.
03 -
  • If your air fryer basket has a removable insert, line it with parchment paper for easier cleanup—the paper won't blow around at 370°F and makes a real difference when cheese inevitably drips.
  • Toast the bread dry in the air fryer for 2 minutes first if you like it extra crispy, then remove, add your toppings, and finish cooking—this guarantees no soft spots.
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