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    Pizza Bagels in Air Fryer

    Published: Apr 26, 2022 · Modified: Dec 8, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Pizza bagels in air fryer are the best of two delicious worlds - pizza and bagels! This delicious air fryer pizza bagels recipe features delicious sauce, cheese, and mini pepperonis!! If you're looking for the ultimate homemade pizza bagel treat, this is it!

    Closeup photo of Pizza bagels stacked vertically like a pyramid on a white-colored surface. The pizza has a bagel for a base and is topped with cheese and mini pepperoni.

    Homemade Pizza Bagel

    These air fryer pizza bagels are as much a joy to make as they are to eat. The ingredients list is small and they take minimal effort to prepare!

    Pizza bagels in the air fryer make a perfect after-school snack, game day treat, movie night feast, or even a fun take on pizza night! However you choose to make them, they're always a hit, and they're ridiculously easy. 

    Since they just take a few easy minutes to whip up, they're one of those snacks that you can make with minimal prep time. This is good because in my house when someone says that they're hungry, it means that they're hungry asap! 

    Homemade pizza bagel treats are one part pizza, one part bagel, and all delicious. The bagels make a fantastic, dense, doughy base for the pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni, and the air fryer makes the topping oh, so golden brown and the bagels so nice and crispy.

    This pizza bagel recipe is one the whole family will LOVE! Want some more pizza inspiration? We think you will also love air fryer pizza rolls, braided pizza bread, and these yummy pizza burgers.

    And for even more options, check out our summer pizza recipes or our fall pizza recipes. I'm sure that you'll find something there to suit your fancy!

    If you are looking for more air fryer recipes, this air fryer potatoes recipe on Kitchen Divas is my favorite.

    Closeup shot of air fryer pizza bagels on table. The pizza has a bagel for a base and is topped with cheese and mini pepperoni.

    Ingredients

    It only takes four ingredients to make this homemade pizza bagels recipe. You'll find them all readily available at your grocery store, and you just might have them all in your kitchen already! Here's what you'll need.

    • Plain bagels
    • Pizza sauce
    • Shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Mini pepperoni

    See? Simple, isn't it? Check the recipe card for the exact quantities you need for each ingredient!

    How to Make Pizza Bagels in the Air Fryer

    If you thought the ingredient list for this recipe was easy, just wait until you get a load of the actual recipe. It's easy peasy!

    Step 1: Preheat

    If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat to 375°F.

    Step 2: Prep the Pizza Bagels

    Place the bagels, cut-side up on your workstation. Evenly spread pizza sauce over the top. Top with the cheese, then top with the pepperoni.

    Step 3: Cook the Bagel Pizzas

    Place the pizzas, not touching, topping side up, into the air fryer basket. Air fry for 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the pizzas are warmed through.

    You may need to cook in batches. So when the first group finishes, continue with the rest of the bagels.

    That's all there is to it! Just top the bagels and air fry. That's literally all there is to the entire pizza bagels recipe. How easy is that?!

    Closeup photo of Pizza bagels stacked vertically like a pyramid on a white-colored surface. The pizza has a bagel for a base and is topped with cheese and mini pepperoni.

    Air Fryer Pizza Variations

    The great thing about these air fryer pizza bagels is how versatile the recipe is. Just like traditional pizza recipes, this pizza bagel recipe really lends itself to experimentation.

    You can put anything you like on these delicious air-fried bagel treats. The possibilities are endless!

    • Change up the sauce: Simply use alfredo, another white sauce, or even pesto for the base! 
    • Try other meats: Make it with other classic pizza meats you like or try more adventurous ingredients. Sausage, ground beef, bacon, ham, shredded chicken, and anchovies all work great!
    • Vegetarian: Just like a pizza, these pizza bagels can be topped with classic pizza veggies such as bell peppers, onion, olives, pineapple, banana peppers, mushrooms, and more!
    • Change up the bagels: Try using whole wheat bagels for a different texture. Everything bagels also make a great base for the pizza bagels, as everything seasoning pairs perfectly with the pizza sauce and toppings. You can even use this air fryer bagel recipe to make bagels just the way you want! They're perfect to use in this recipe.
    Air fryer pizza bagels stacked atop one another next to bowl of pizza sauce

    How to Serve Pizza Bagels

    This pizza bagels recipe is so easy to make, you can whip up a batch any time you like. And that might be quite often because there's never a bad time for pizza. Plus with all the possible variations you can make it a bit different each time!

    • Kids party: Use these pizza bagels as a fun take on the classic pizza party for kids.
    • Game day: Serve them up for game day gatherings as an addition to game day food board!
    • Movie night: Make up a batch for movie night along with other fun snacks such as chips and queso and homemade caramel popcorn!
    • Dinner: Serve them with a side salad for dinner.
    • Potlucks: They even make a great addition to potlucks. Just bring them in a disposable baking dish and keep them warm on a hot plate!
    • Party idea: Instead of making one big giant batch ahead of time of the same types of pizza. Set up a pizza-making station and have everyone decorate their own individual bagel instead. This will give each person the chance to make the perfect bagel bite pizza with minimal effort. 

    Check out more ideas for what to serve with pizza to make a complete meal!

    Storing the Pizza Bagels in Air Fryer

    Refrigerator: These pizza bagels will keep will for about three to four days in the refrigerator.

    Freezer: Freeze in an airtight container in a single layer for up to two months.

    Reheat: To reheat these bagels, you can put them back in the air fryer for a couple of minutes or put them in the oven. You can even microwave them in a pinch. 

    Hand holding air fried pizza bagel over more air fryer pizza bagels below.

    Air Fryer Pizza Bagels Tips

    This is an incredibly easy recipe, but there are a few things to keep in mind. After all, even with recipes as simple as this one, it takes a little care and attention to detail to create a delicious finished product.

    • Always spray your basket: Be sure to thoroughly coat the entire basket to prevent any sticking, but don't overspray. That makes its own mess. 
    • Don't overdo the toppings: Too much cheese or too many toppings may ooze over the side and create a mess in the air fryer that you'll be cleaning up for quite some time. It also makes a more soggy crust.
    • Use cooked meats: These pizza bagels in the air fryer only cook for a few minutes, so cook your meats before adding them to the pizza to air fry.
    • Experiment: Don't be afraid to experiment will all the different ways you can make this delicious treat!

    FAQ

    Can I make homemade bagel bites ahead?

    Yes! These homemade bagel bites can be made ahead of time. You'll want to store them in an airtight container and place the container in a refrigerator for up to three days before cooking. If you freeze these pizza bagel bites, just pop them from the freezer into your air fryer to heat them up. No need to thaw them first.

    Can I freeze bagel pizzas?

    Absolutely, you can freeze homemade bagel bites. All you need to do is allow your bagel bites to cool completely, place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe bag or container, and store them for up to two months.

    No need to thaw them! It works great air frying frozen homemade bagel bites! You will need to air fry them for an extra two to three minutes.

    What's the best way to reheat pizza?

    To reheat pizza and pizza bagels, you have a few easy options. The fastest approach is to pop it into the microwave and give it a burst of heat for a few seconds. However, when you reheat pizza bagels in the microwave it's going to make the bagels chewy and not crispy. 

    A better option is to reheat the pizza bagels in your air fryer just by using the low and slow method. Reheating isn't as long as cooking so be careful and use your best judgment. I would check after a few minutes of reheating and see how they look. 

    Keep a close eye on them as you don't want to burn them!

    How long to cook pizza bagels in the air fryer?

    They will take about 3 minutes to cook but this time may vary depending on the brand of air fryer. If you are making frozen pizza bagels, cook an additional 3-4 minutes.

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    Pizza Bagels in Air Fryer Video

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    Stack of air fryer pizza bagels ready to eat.

    Pizza Bagels in Air Fryer

    Karin and Ken
    These air fryer pizza bagels are so delicious and super easy. It only takes 4 ingredients and a few minutes to make this pizza bagels recipe. They're perfect for a quick dinner, snack or party appetizer!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 3 minutes mins
    Total Time 8 minutes mins
    Course Main Course, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 412 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 plain bagels or any bagel, sliced in half lengthwise
    • ¼ cup pizza sauce
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ¼ cup mini pepperoni or other topping
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    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure all of your ingredients.
      Ingredients to make pizza bagels in air fryer on the table.
    • If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat to 375°F.
    • Place the bagels, cut-side up on your workstation.
      Bagels cut in half and laid on the counter. Flat side up.
    • Evenly spread the pizza sauce on top.
      Pizza sauce added to the bagels.
    • Top with the cheese.
      Cheese added to the pizza-sauce-covered bagels.
    • Top with the pepperoni.
      Mini pepperoni added to the bagels.
    • Because they cook up so quick, I suggest adding toppings that are already cooked and not adding any raw sausage or something along those lines. You may need to cook in batches.
    • Place the pizzas, not touching, topping side up, into the basket of the air fryer.
      Pizza bagels in the air fryer ready to cook.
    • Air fry for 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the pizzas are warmed through.
      Cooked pizza bagels in air fryer.
    • Continue with the rest of the bagels.
      Pizza bagels on the table with marinara sauce and air fryer.
    • Serve and enjoy every bite!
      Hand holding a pizza bagel to take a bite.

    Notes

    • Always spray your basket: Be sure to thoroughly coat the entire basket to prevent any sticking, but don't overspray. That makes its own mess. 
    • Don't overdo the toppings: Too much cheese or too many toppings may ooze over the side and create a mess in the air fryer that you'll be cleaning up for quite some time. It also makes a more soggy crust.
    • Use cooked meats: These pizza bagels in the air fryer only cook for a few minutes, so cook your meats before adding them to the pizza to air fry.
    • Experiment: Don't be afraid to experiment will all the different ways you can make this delicious treat!
     
    If you're looking for more ideas, check out our summer pizza recipes and our fall pizza recipes lists. Once you've picked out a few and made them, share your pizzas to everyone and then you'll be the talk of your town, they're just that good!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 412kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 19gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 920mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 256IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 164mgIron: 2mg
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