This Air Fryer Pizza Toastie is the ultimate quick and easy comfort food. With layers of bread, tangy passata, melted cheddar cheese, oregano, and pepperami slices, it’s a fun mash-up of a pizza and a grilled cheese sandwich — but made effortlessly in the air fryer.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in under 10 minutes.
• Perfect for a snack, quick lunch, or easy dinner.
• Kid-friendly and customizable with your favorite toppings.
• Crispy outside, gooey and cheesy inside.
• No oven needed — just your air fryer.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 2 slices of bread
• 3 tablespoon passata
• 40 g grated cheddar cheese
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• 1 mini pepperami, sliced into small circles

Directions

1. Place one slice of bread on a flat surface.
2. Spread half the passata on top, followed by half the grated cheddar and a sprinkle of oregano.
3. Place the second slice of bread on top. Spread the remaining passata, cheese, and oregano on the outer surface.
4. Add sliced pepperami pieces on top.
5. Place in the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C for 6–7 minutes until the bread is crispy and the cheese has melted.
6. Serve hot.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 1 toastie
• Prep time: 3 minutes
• Cook time: 7 minutes
• Total time: 10 minutes

Variations

• Swap cheddar for mozzarella or a pizza cheese blend.
• Use ham, turkey slices, or cooked chicken instead of pepperami.
• Add chopped veggies like peppers, mushrooms, or onions for extra flavor.
• Make it spicy with chili flakes or jalapeños.
• Try whole wheat, sourdough, or garlic bread for a twist.

Storage/Reheating

• Best enjoyed fresh from the air fryer.
• If storing, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.
• Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 3–4 minutes until warm and crispy.
• Not suitable for freezing.

FAQs

Can I use mozzarella instead of cheddar?

Yes, mozzarella gives it a more classic pizza flavor.

Do I need to butter the bread?

No, the air fryer makes the bread crispy without butter, but you can add some if you like.

Can I use pizza sauce instead of passata?

Yes, pizza sauce or marinara works great.

Can I make this with only one slice of bread?

Yes, make an open-faced pizza toast instead of a toastie.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, just ensure there’s enough room in your air fryer basket.

Will other cured meats work instead of pepperami?

Yes, salami, pepperoni, or chorizo are great substitutes.

Can I make it vegetarian?

Yes, skip the pepperami and load it with veggies instead.

How do I stop the toppings from burning?

Check halfway through cooking and adjust time if needed.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, simply use gluten-free bread.

What can I serve this with?

It pairs well with a green salad, chips, or dipping sauces like garlic mayo or marinara.

Conclusion

Air Fryer Pizza Toastie is the perfect quick-fix recipe when you’re craving pizza flavors without the effort of making dough. Crispy bread, gooey cheese, and pepperami make it a family-friendly snack or meal that’s ready in minutes. With endless topping variations, this toastie is sure to become a go-to favorite.

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Air Fryer Pizza Toastie

This Air Fryer Pizza Toastie is the ultimate quick and easy comfort food. With layers of bread, tangy passata, melted cheddar cheese, oregano, and pepperami slices, it’s a fun mash-up of a pizza and a grilled cheese sandwich — but made effortlessly in the air fryer.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in under 10 minutes.
• Perfect for a snack, quick lunch, or easy dinner.
• Kid-friendly and customizable with your favorite toppings.
• Crispy outside, gooey and cheesy inside.
• No oven needed — just your air fryer.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 2 slices of bread
• 3 tablespoon passata
• 40 g grated cheddar cheese
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• 1 mini pepperami, sliced into small circles

Directions

1. Place one slice of bread on a flat surface.
2. Spread half the passata on top, followed by half the grated cheddar and a sprinkle of oregano.
3. Place the second slice of bread on top. Spread the remaining passata, cheese, and oregano on the outer surface.
4. Add sliced pepperami pieces on top.
5. Place in the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C for 6–7 minutes until the bread is crispy and the cheese has melted.
6. Serve hot.

Servings and timing

• Servings: 1 toastie
• Prep time: 3 minutes
• Cook time: 7 minutes
• Total time: 10 minutes

Variations

• Swap cheddar for mozzarella or a pizza cheese blend.
• Use ham, turkey slices, or cooked chicken instead of pepperami.
• Add chopped veggies like peppers, mushrooms, or onions for extra flavor.
• Make it spicy with chili flakes or jalapeños.
• Try whole wheat, sourdough, or garlic bread for a twist.

Storage/Reheating

• Best enjoyed fresh from the air fryer.
• If storing, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.
• Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 3–4 minutes until warm and crispy.
• Not suitable for freezing.

FAQs

Can I use mozzarella instead of cheddar?

Yes, mozzarella gives it a more classic pizza flavor.

Do I need to butter the bread?

No, the air fryer makes the bread crispy without butter, but you can add some if you like.

Can I use pizza sauce instead of passata?

Yes, pizza sauce or marinara works great.

Can I make this with only one slice of bread?

Yes, make an open-faced pizza toast instead of a toastie.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, just ensure there’s enough room in your air fryer basket.

Will other cured meats work instead of pepperami?

Yes, salami, pepperoni, or chorizo are great substitutes.

Can I make it vegetarian?

Yes, skip the pepperami and load it with veggies instead.

How do I stop the toppings from burning?

Check halfway through cooking and adjust time if needed.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, simply use gluten-free bread.

What can I serve this with?

It pairs well with a green salad, chips, or dipping sauces like garlic mayo or marinara.

Conclusion

Air Fryer Pizza Toastie is the perfect quick-fix recipe when you’re craving pizza flavors without the effort of making dough. Crispy bread, gooey cheese, and pepperami make it a family-friendly snack or meal that’s ready in minutes. With endless topping variations, this toastie is sure to become a go-to favorite.

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