Air Fryer French Bread Pizza
A delightful and easy recipe that makes comforting personal pizzas using fresh French bread, gooey mozzarella, and rich marinara sauce, all prepared perfectly in the air fryer.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread The star of our dish! Fresh from the bakery for perfect texture.
- 1 cup marinara sauce Adds deliciously rich flavor; homemade can be used if preferred.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Gooey goodness; more cheese adds to the flavor.
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni Classic topping; can be substituted with veggies or other meats.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances flavor; essential for authentic pizza taste.
- as needed olive oil spray Ensures a golden crispy edge.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise.
- Lightly spray the cut side of the bread with olive oil.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over both halves.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- Add sliced pepperoni or your preferred toppings.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the toppings.
Cooking
- Carefully place pizza halves in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is golden brown.
Serving
- Remove pizzas from the air fryer and let cool for a minute before slicing.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid overloading on toppings to ensure even cooking. Check cooking time and adjust based on your air fryer model. Experiment with different toppings and flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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