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Air Fryer Pizza Bagels

Crispy, cheesy mini pizza bagels made in the air fryer for a quick and fun snack that everyone loves.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 8 pizza bagels
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Kid-Friendly
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 mini bagels sliced in half
  • 0.5 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Optional
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • red pepper flakes optional heat

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Small spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice mini bagels in half and place cut-side up.
  3. Spread pizza sauce on each bagel half.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over each bagel.
  5. Add pepperoni and Italian seasoning on top.
  6. Place bagels in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Air fry for 5–7 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
  8. Remove carefully and garnish with basil or red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Avoid adding too much sauce to prevent sogginess. For extra crispiness, lightly toast bagels in the air fryer for 2 minutes before adding toppings.