Introduction

Air fryer pizza rolls are a quick and delicious snack that combines melty cheese, savory pepperoni, and crispy dough. Perfect for satisfying pizza cravings without heating up the whole kitchen, these bites are ready in minutes and great for sharing.

The image shows three golden-brown, rectangular baked pastries on a white plate, each topped with melted cheese that has browned and bubbled slightly, giving a crispy texture. The cheese is sprinkled with small bits of dried herbs in dark green and black hues. The pastries appear to have a soft, flaky dough with a visible layer of reddish tomato sauce and white melted cheese inside. The edges of the pastries are neatly folded, showing hints of the filling. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup pepperoni slices
Marinara sauce (for dipping)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Pinch of salt
Olive oil (for spraying)

Instructions

Step 1: Gather all your ingredients and prepare the dough by letting it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes if store-bought, or roll out homemade dough into a flat sheet.
Step 2: Cut the rolled-out dough into 3×3 inch squares.
Step 3: Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella, a few pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt in the center of each square.
Step 4: Fold the dough over the filling to form a roll and crimp the edges tightly to seal.
Step 5: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
Step 6: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil, then arrange the pizza rolls in a single layer without overlapping.
Step 7: Cook the pizza rolls for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Step 8: Let the rolls cool slightly before serving with marinara sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of garlic powder or parmesan cheese inside the rolls before cooking.
Try different fillings like cooked sausage, mushrooms, or bell peppers to customize your pizza rolls.
Use a brush to apply olive oil on the outside of the rolls for a golden, crispy crust.

Storage

Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving as it can make the dough soggy.

How to Serve

The image shows nine square pizza rolls arranged closely on a white square plate. Each roll has a golden-brown crust base topped with melted cheese that is bubbly and browned in spots, creating a rich texture. Bright red tomato sauce peeks out from the edges of some rolls, and small green herb flakes and black pepper are sprinkled over the cheese on top. The crust looks soft and fluffy underneath the cheese and sauce layers. The plate is placed on a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I freeze air fryer pizza rolls?

Yes, you can freeze the assembled but uncooked pizza rolls on a baking sheet. Once frozen solid, transfer them to a freezer bag and store for up to 1 month. Cook them straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can bake the pizza rolls in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and check for doneness as ovens vary.

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls Recipe

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Crispy and cheesy Air Fryer Pizza Rolls, perfect as a quick snack or appetizer. These homemade or store-bought dough pockets are filled with melted mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning, cooked to golden perfection using an air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional frying.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 pizza rolls 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Pizza Rolls Ingredients

1 batch pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, enough to cut into 3x3 inch squares)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup pepperoni slices
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Pinch of salt
Olive oil, for spraying

Serving

Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

Gather Ingredients: Collect all your ingredients so everything is ready to use.
Prepare Dough: If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes to become pliable. If using homemade dough, roll it out to the desired thickness on a floured surface.
Cut Dough Squares: Cut the rolled-out dough into 3×3 inch squares to create individual pizza rolls.
Fill Rolls: Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella, a few pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt in the center of each square.
Seal Rolls: Fold the dough squares over the filling to form a pocket and crimp the edges tightly to seal in the ingredients.
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the basket with olive oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the pizza rolls in a single layer without overcrowding.
Air Fry Rolls: Cook the pizza rolls for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket gently halfway through to promote even browning and crispiness.
Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Do not overfill the rolls to avoid leaking during cooking.
Adjust cooking time slightly based on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of the dough.
You can substitute pepperoni with other toppings like cooked sausage or vegetables.
Use an olive oil spray to achieve a crispy exterior without excess oil.
Make sure to crimp the edges properly to keep the filling enclosed.

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