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Air fryer french bread pizza with pepperoni on a wooden serving tray.
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5 from 8 votes

Crispy French Bread Pizza in the Air Fryer

My french bread pizza in the air fryer is crispy, but so easy to make! It only includes a few ingredients and cooks up quick.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Air Fryer Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 449kcal
Author: Samantha Erb

Ingredients

  • 1 French bread loaf Italian bread will work too
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1-2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • Pepperoni for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
  • Slice the french loaf in half and then cut lengthwise, making 4 pieces. Cut the pieces to fit the air fryer basket/tray if needed.
  • Place two pieces of bread in the air fryer and cook them for 2 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the bread from the air fryer then assemble the pizzas using about 2 tablespoons marinara, 1/4-1/2 teaspoon seasoning, and 1/2 cup shredded cheese per piece.
  • Air fry them for 4-5 minutes then turn the air fryer off and open it. Place pepperoni slices on the pizza and close the air fryer for about 1 minute to allow the pepperoni to melt into the cheese.

Notes

  • Air fry the bread by itself first so it crisps up a little before adding sauce and toppings.
  • If the bread tilts, lean it against the inside of the air fryer basket or prop it with a toothpick.
  • To keep the cheese in place, press it lightly into the sauce before air frying.
  • For an extra crispy crust, brush the cut side of the bread with olive oil.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat leftovers in a preheated air fryer at 350 degrees F for about 3-4 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 1098mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 347mg | Iron: 5mg