This simple recipe for homemade Pizza Bagels in the Air Fryer makes a delicious snack and tasty lunch that's perfect for a family pizza night, a quick lunch, or even as a fun appetizer during game nights.
With only 5 minutes of prep time and 5 minutes of cooking time, these Pizza Bagel Bites are a game changer in the kitchen!
Whether you're looking for a quick and tasty school snack or just searching for an easy air fryer recipe that doesn't skimp on flavor, these homemade Bagel pizzas are the answer.
It's such a versatile recipe, from using classic toppings like mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni to more adventurous options like BBQ chicken or black olives.
There’s no limit to the combinations you can create with this Pizza Bagels recipe, so get your creative hat on!
For more easy snack recipes you can make in the air fryer, check out my Homemade Air Fryer Bagel Bites, Grilled Cheese Air Fryer Recipe, Baked Mozzarella Sticks, Easy Frozen Pretzel in Air Fryer, and Cheese Stuffed Breadstick Air Fryer Recipe!
Ingredients Needed for Air Fryer Pizza Bagels
- Plain Bagels. The base of your pizza bagel. Mini bagels are ideal for snack-sized portions, but you can use any size you prefer.
- Pizza Sauce. Acts as a flavorful foundation for your toppings. You can use store-boughtpizza sauce, marinara sauce, or even homemade tomato sauce.
- Mozzarella Cheese. Essential for that melty goodness. Mozzarella is a great choice due to its mild flavor and excellent melting properties. You can also mix in some cheddar or parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Olive Oil. A drizzle of olive oil helps to crisp up the bagel base in the air fryer, adding a slight richness.
- Italian Seasonings. These add depth and a classic Italian flavor to your mini pizzas. A mix of herbs like basil, oregano, and garlic powder works well.
- Toppings. This is where you can get creative. Options include Pepperoni, Ham, Sausage, Pineapple, Olives, Bell Peppers, and more. Choose your favorites to customize your Pizza Bagels.
How to Make Air Fryer Bagel Pizzas
Preparing the Bagel Bases
- Slice the Bagels in half and drizzle with Olive Oil mixed with Italian Seasoning, using ½ tablespoon per Bagel half.
- Air fry at 360 degrees F for 2 minutes. This is to toast the bagel before adding the toppings.
- Spread Pizza Sauce over the toasted bagel halves.
- Sprinkle with more Italian Seasonings if desired.
Topping and Cooking the Bagels
- Sprinkle Mozzarella Cheese over the Pizza Sauce on each Bagel slice. Add your favorite Pizza Toppings onto the cheese. Mini Pepperoni, Ham, Pineapple, Bell Peppers, Black Olives, and Sausage are all great options. For best results, slice the pizza toppings into small bite-size pieces.
- Place the Pizza Bagels in the Air Fryer and heat for 3–4 minutes or until toasted.
- Carefully remove the bagels from the Air Fryer, slice, and serve with additional Pizza Sauce.
FAQs
Absolutely! Simply assemble the pizza bagels and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before air-frying. This is a great way to prep for a party or easy lunch!
Pizza bagels are arguably healthier compared to a normal pizza, especially if you use whole-grain bagels and load them with veggies. Cooking them in the air fryer is convenient, and doesn't add extra fat like frying would.
Yes, you can bake them in a conventional oven if you prefer. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
The pizza bagels are done when the cheese is melted and slightly golden brown, and the edges of the bagels are crispy. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes in the air fryer.
Storage & Freezing
Storage: Store any leftover pizza bagels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing: With such a minimal prep time, these Bagel Pizzas are always best when made fresh.
Substitutions & Variations
- This recipe calls for Plain Bagels, but you can experiment with using different flavored bagels, such as Onion, Garlic, Jalapeño, Cheese, and the amazing Everything Bagel. Gluten-free bagels will also work fine.
- Any sauce could work with this recipe, so you can try substituting Pizza Sauce for BBQ Sauce, Burger Sauce, Burger Relish, Chutney, or even Salsa.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. Grated Cheddar Cheese, Provolone, Swiss Cheese, or a blend of Italian cheeses can also work well.
- Use whatever your favorite toppings for pizza are. For more ideas for different toppings you could use, try Chicken, Turkey, Hot Dogs, Meatballs, Chorizo, Pre-Cooked Ground Beef, Pickles, Onions, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Jalapeños, Chillies, and Sweetcorn.
- If you don't have any Italian Seasonings, you could use dried Mixed Herbs, or a mix of finely chopped fresh herbs such as Parsley, Cilantro, Oregano, and Fresh Basil. If you like a little heat, sprinkle on some Red Pepper Flakes.
- Make an easy Dessert Pizza Bagel by using a Plain or Cinnamon Bagel for the base, Nutella Hazelnut Chocolate Spread or Lotus Biscoff Spread for the sauce, and top with chopped Candy Bars, Crushed Cookies, Chocolate Chips, or slices of fruit like Bananas and Strawberries.
Pro Tips
- Slice or chop the pizza toppings into small pieces. They will fit easier on the bagel before air frying and give a better distribution of toppings in each bite.
- Toasting the bagel before adding the toppings ensures the bagel is warm all the way through and gives the sliced edge a nice, crispy, toasted texture before the pizza sauce and cheese are added. It's delicious and provides the perfect texture for bagel bite pizzas.
- Use Air Fryer Parchment Paper with holes to line the air fryer basket as this helps for easy clean up and prevents sticking. Do not use parchment paper while preheating though, as the hot air circulating around in the basket will lift the parchment paper up to the heating element and will cause it to burn.
Have you tried this [SEO Recipe Title Variation] recipe?
Please leave a comment below if you have tried making this recipe. I love to hear from you and enjoy reading about what you think. Be sure to tag @devourdinner when posting to social media. I can't wait to see your photos!
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
- Air Fryer Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls
- Frozen Garlic Knots Air Fryer Recipe
- Easy Air Fryer Candied Pecans
- Starbucks Cheese Danish Recipe (For the Air Fryer & Oven)
- Air Fryer Apple Fritters
- Red Lobster Biscuits in Air Fryer
Pizza Bagels in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 6 Bagels - Plain
- ½ Cup Pizza Sauce
- 1½ Cup Mozzarella Cheese
- Toppings - Pepperoni - Ham, Pineapple, Olives, Bell Peppers
- 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- ¼ teaspoon Italian Seasonings
Instructions
Preparing the Bagel Bases
- Slice the Bagels in half and drizzle with Olive Oil mixed with Italian Seasoning, using ½ tablespoon per Bagel half.
- Air fry at 360 degrees F for 2 minutes. This is to toast the bagel before adding the toppings.
- Spread Pizza Sauce over the toasted bagel halves.
- Sprinkle with more Italian Seasonings if desired.
Topping and Cooking the Bagels
- Sprinkle Mozzarella Cheese over the Pizza Sauce on each Bagel slice. Add your favorite Pizza Toppings onto the cheese. Mini Pepperoni, Ham, Pineapple, Bell Peppers, Black Olives, and Sausage are all great options. For best results, slice the pizza toppings into small bite-size pieces.
- Place the Pizza Bagels in the Air Fryer and heat for 3-4 minutes or until toasted.
- Carefully remove the bagels from the Air Fryer, slice, and serve with additional Pizza Sauce.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftover pizza bagels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: With such a minimal prep time, these Bagel Pizzas are always best when made fresh.
Nutrition Disclaimer
All nutrition values are approximate and calculated by a plugin and are provided as a courtesy. Adding or subtracting ingredients will change the nutritional value.
Submit a Comment