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Pizza on ANYTHING is delicious, but for some reason, it is especially good on breakfast-style bread.
So we thought, why not Air Fryer English Muffin Pizza?
Well, we have discovered something that takes pizza-style snacks to the next level. English muffin pizza is AMAZING to say the least.
The soft, squishy center covered in sauce, toppings and cheese, surrounded by the crispy edges of the English muffin come together to be beyond delicious.
This recipe is super easy and is a great way to get the kids involved in making their own snacks! Let kids pick whatever toppings they want on their English muffin pizzas and watch them be amazed by how tasty the results of their creativity are!
Let’s get cooking!
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Air Fryer English Muffin Pizza Ingredients
✦ You can find the exact measurements of the recipe ingredients and customize the serving size in the recipe card after the detailed step-by-step instructions section.
There are only a handful of ingredients needed to make these pizza delights, and they are pretty customizable!
- English muffins
- Pizza sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni
- Bell peppers
- Italian blend seasoning
We really like the combination of pepperoni and bell peppers on our pizzas: the bell peppers add a nice, fresh crunch while the pepperoni delivers that classic, salty pizza flair.
That doesn’t mean that pepperoni and bell peppers is the ONLY option, though! See below for a full list of pizza inspiration to spark your creativity!
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How to Make English Muffin Pizzas in the Air Fryer?
It takes less than 10 minutes to make PERFECT, crispy and golden English muffin pizzas! That’s less time than it takes to say “English muffin pizzas, please!”
Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 400ºF (204ºC).
If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 400ºF (204ºC) and then let it cook for 5 minutes without food.
You may also skip this step by adding 1-2 minutes to your cooking time or until you achieve your desired finish.
Step 2: Prepare the pizza toppings.
Dice the bell pepper, removing and discarding the seeds and membrane. Dice the pepperoni as well, into small cubes. Have the pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning blend ready. Cut your English muffins if they aren’t cut already.
Step 3: Assemble the English muffin mini pizza.
Put together each English muffin pizza. First, spread pizza sauce on the cut side of the English muffin. Then, top each with Italian seasoning blend, mozzarella, chopped bell peppers and chopped pepperoni.
Step 4: Air fry English muffin pizzas for 4-5 minutes.
When the air fryer is preheated, transfer the English muffins to the air fryer and bake until the cheese is melted and golden, about 4-5 minutes.
✦ I used a 6-quart air fryer to test this recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.
Step 5: Serve your air fried English muffin pizza hot. Enjoy!
When your Air Fryer Mini Pizza English Muffins are done, carefully transfer them to a plate. Allow to sit for 1-2 minutes (to avoid burning your mouth, though I know having to wait is torture), then enjoy!
Don’t forget grated cheese and dried oregano! I don’t eat any pizza, no matter what type, without these two toppings. I also love a heavy sprinkle of freshly-ground black pepper! Don’t be shy, it’s your pizza! Dress it up however you like it.
Speaking of making pizza how you like it, here is our list of pizza creation inspiration you can try!
Fun Pizza Topping Options
Four Cheese: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, provolone cheese, and gorgonzola cheese.
Pepperoni: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices.
BBQ Chicken: BBQ sauce, cooked chicken breast, red onions, cilantro, and mozzarella cheese.
Veggie: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, red onions, black olives, and mushrooms.
Meat Lovers: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, bacon, and ground beef.
Hawaiian: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ham, pineapple chunks, and bacon.
Mediterranean: Pesto sauce, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, artichoke hearts, and spinach.
Buffalo Chicken: Buffalo sauce, cooked chicken breast, red onions, blue cheese crumbles, and mozzarella cheese.
Margherita: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and sliced tomatoes.
White Pizza: Olive oil, minced garlic, ricotta cheese, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
Freezing & Storage
Freezing: Allow the air fryer pizza muffins to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container between layers of wax paper. Freeze for up to 4 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Fridge: Allow the English muffin pizzas to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container between layers of wax paper. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating: To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 380°F. Once it’s preheated, add the pizzas and air fry until the pizza is warmed-through and the cheese is gooey, about 3-4 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can air fry an English muffin pizza. It only takes 4-5 minutes to cook. Follow these step-by-step cooking instructions, with video.
At the maximum temperature, English muffin pizza will take 4-5 minutes to cook in the air fryer. However, please note that cooking time may vary depending on your specific air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For reference, we made 4 English muffin mini pizzas.
This ingredients checklist is interactive; you can use it as your grocery list.
Ingredients
- 2 English muffins
- ¼ cup pizza sauce
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons pepperoni slices small squares
- 2 tablespoons bell peppers small cubes
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
- Prepare the toppings. Slice the pepperoni and bell pepper into small pieces. Then, have the mozzarella cheese, pizza sauce and Italian seasoning ready.
- Put together the English muffin mini pizza. Start by slicing the English muffin in half. Then spread the pizza sauce with a spoon. Next, sprinkle Italian seasoning and mozzarella cheese. Finally, add pepperoni slices and bell pepper.
- Air fry English muffin pizzas for 4-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Carefully remove the air fryer English muffin pizza and transfer to a plate. Serve hot and enjoy!
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Notes
- If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
- You can also skip preheating by adding 1-2 minutes to your cooking time. Increment gradually, to prevent burning the mini English muffin pizza.
- The smaller your pepperoni slices and diced bell pepper are, the better.
- I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus to test the English muffin air fryer pizza recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.
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