When you need a quick meal, snack or after-school treat, air fryer garlic bread pizza is hard to beat. Crispy garlic bread becomes the perfect base for melted cheese and your favourite pizza toppings. It's ready in minutes and is always a hit with both kids and adults.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 garlic bread baguette or garlic bread loaf
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 200g mozzarella cheese, grated
- 12 slices pepperoni
- ½ green pepper, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
Method
Step 1
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C.
Step 2
Slice the garlic bread in half lengthways.
Cut into portions that fit comfortably into your air fryer basket.
Step 3
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the garlic bread.
Step 4
Top with mozzarella cheese.
Add the pepperoni, green pepper and onion.
Sprinkle with Italian herbs.
Step 5
Place the garlic bread into the air fryer basket.
Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Step 6
Remove carefully.
Allow to cool for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Variations
- Hawaiian: Add diced ham and pineapple.
- Meat Lovers: Add bacon, ham and sausage.
- Margherita: Use mozzarella, tomato slices and fresh basil.
- Vegetarian: Add mushrooms, peppers, olives and sweetcorn.
Tips
- Avoid overloading the toppings.
- Check after 5 minutes as air fryer cooking times vary.
- Use pre-made garlic bread for maximum convenience.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is still gooey.
Conclusion
Air fryer garlic bread pizza combines two family favourites into one easy recipe. Crispy garlic bread, melted cheese and delicious toppings create a quick meal that's perfect for busy days, movie nights or casual entertaining.
