AIR FRYER GARLIC BREAD PIZZA TOAST

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🍕 Air Fryer Garlic Bread Pizza Toast – Full Recipe

This quick, cheesy snack combines the best of garlic bread, pizza, and toast — all made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfect for lunch, a snack, or an easy dinner!

📋 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

Base:

  • 4 slices thick bread (Texas toast, sourdough, or Italian bread)

  • 2–3 tablespoons softened butter

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)

  • Pinch of salt

Toppings:

  • ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 12–16 slices pepperoni (or toppings of choice)

  • Optional: chopped onions, bell peppers, olives, mushrooms

Optional Garnish:

  • Red chili flakes

  • Dried oregano

  • Grated parmesan

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep Garlic Butter

  • In a small bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt.

2. Prepare the Bread

  • Spread garlic butter generously on one side of each slice of bread.

3. Assemble the Toasts

  • Spread 1–2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over the garlic buttered side.

  • Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese.

  • Add pepperoni or other toppings.

4. Air Fry

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes.

  • Place the assembled toasts in the basket (in a single layer).

  • Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges are golden.

5. Serve

  • Garnish with oregano, chili flakes, or parmesan.

  • Serve hot and enjoy immediately!

✅ Quick Tips

  • For extra crispy bread, air fry plain garlic bread for 2 minutes before adding toppings.

  • Use pre-made garlic bread slices for even faster prep.

  • Great for kids’ lunchboxes (just reheat or serve at room temp).

❓ Q&A: Air Fryer Garlic Bread Pizza Toast

🔸 Q: Can I use regular sandwich bread?

A: Yes! It works fine — just keep in mind that thinner bread may get crispier or toast faster, so check after 4–5 minutes.

🔸 Q: Can I make this with frozen garlic bread?

A: Absolutely! Use frozen Texas toast garlic bread, top with sauce, cheese, and toppings, and air fry straight from frozen at 375°F for 6–8 minutes.

🔸 Q: What other cheeses can I use?

A: Try:

  • Provolone

  • Cheddar

  • Pepper jack (for spice)

  • Vegan cheese (for dairy-free)

A combo of mozzarella + cheddar = melty + flavorful.

🔸 Q: How do I store and reheat leftovers?

A:

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

  • Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes to crisp up again.

🔸 Q: Can I make it vegetarian or vegan?

A:

  • Vegetarian: Skip meat, load with veggies.

  • Vegan: Use vegan butter, dairy-free cheese, and your favorite plant-based toppings.

🔸 Q: Can kids make this themselves?

A: Yes! It’s a great air fryer starter recipe for kids — just help them with the air fryer if needed. You can even prep a “pizza toast bar” with toppings to let them customize.

🔸 Q: Can I make this in the oven instead?

A: Yup! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes on a baking sheet until cheese is melted and edges are golden.

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