Mini Bagel Pizzas Airfryer (Printable Version)

Crispy, cheesy mini bagel bites made quickly in an air fryer with savory toppings and melted mozzarella.

# What You Need:

→ Bagels

01 - 6 mini plain bagels, halved

→ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce

→ Cheese

03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Toppings

04 - 1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices or chopped regular pepperoni (optional)
05 - 2 tablespoons sliced black olives (optional)
06 - 2 tablespoons diced bell pepper (optional)
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 2 minutes.
02 - Place the halved mini bagels cut side up on a clean work surface.
03 - Spread approximately 2 teaspoons of pizza sauce evenly over each bagel half.
04 - Sprinkle an even layer of shredded mozzarella across the sauce on each bagel half.
05 - Top with desired optional ingredients such as pepperoni, black olives, or diced bell pepper.
06 - Lightly sprinkle dried oregano or Italian seasoning over each mini pizza.
07 - Arrange the bagel pizzas in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed. Cook at 375°F for 5 to 6 minutes until cheese bubbles and browns lightly.
08 - Remove carefully and allow to cool briefly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in minutes but taste like something you would order from a pizza place
  • The air fryer makes the edges perfectly crispy without drying them out
  • Everyone gets to customize their own toppings, so no arguments over toppings
02 -
  • Overloading the toppings makes the cheese slide off while cooking, so keep it restrained
  • Do not crowd the air fryer basket or the air will not circulate and the bagels will turn soggy
03 -
  • Work in assembly line style, completing one step on all the bagels before moving to the next
  • Place a piece of parchment paper in the air fryer basket for easy cleanup after cooking
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