Air Fryer Pizza Bagels
Ready in about 12 minutes.
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Split bagels loaded with sauce, cheese and pepperoni turn into crisp, melty pizza bites in minutes. The air fryer toasts the base while bubbling the cheese, making these an unbeatable after-school snack.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 plain bagels, halved
- 6 tbsp pizza sauce
- 120 g mozzarella, grated
- 40 g mini pepperoni
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Pinch of chilli flakes (optional)
Method
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 180°C/360°F.
- 2Place the bagel halves cut-side up in the basket.
- 3Spread each with pizza sauce, then scatter over the mozzarella.
- 4Top with pepperoni and a sprinkle of oregano.
- 5Air fry for 6-8 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- 6Cool for 2 minutes before serving, as the cheese is very hot.
Tips for the best results
- Toast the bagels for 2 minutes first if you like an extra-crisp base.
- Mini bagels work brilliantly for party platters.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer pizza bagels steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer pizza bagels the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer pizza bagels?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 360°F for 6-8 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer pizza bagels ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer pizza bagels serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.