Air Fryer Pizza Bagels

Crispy and cheesy air fryer pizza bagels are just like toasted Bagel Bites but even better! This homemade recipe is super easy to make and great for whenever you want to treat yourself to a yummy savory pizza-style snack.

Why This Recipe Works

This pizza bagel recipe features everything you love about pizza: cheese, pepperoni, and robust pizza sauce. These air fryer pizza bagels are great for whenever you just want to snack on something or maybe you want to prep an easy lunch.

All you need are just a handful of simple ingredients for this recipe. This air fryer recipe is for cooking of all levels including beginners. Made with very few steps, you will have the cheesiest and most delicious homemade pizza bagels ready in minutes!

I could go for pizza any night of the week, and this recipe is a great way to switch things up!

As a part of my intuitive eating program, you will notice that I like to treat the body with whatever it is craving such as sweets, snacks, comfort food, and other indulgent treats. Listen to your body when it tells you it wants something!

Ingredients Needed

Mini Bagels: I like to use mini bagels for this pizza recipe because it is fun and resembles Bagel Bites the most!
Pizza Sauce: You can use any kind of pizza sauce for this recipe whether it is homemade or store-bought.
Cheese: Mozzarella cheese gives these air fryer pizza bagels their classic flavors of pizza!
Pepperoni: You will need some sliced pepperoni to give these bagels extra flavors!
Oregano: Fresh or dried oregano is used to give bright Italian flavors that are fresh and familiar.

How to Make This Recipe

You will have mini pizzas ready in no time! This recipe is so easy and great for all levels.

Step One: First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. If you do not have the preheating element, then allow the air fryer to run for about five minutes.

Step Two: Cut the mini bagels in half if necessary and top each bagel with about two tablespoons of pizza sauce, a heaping tablespoon of cheese, four to six pieces of pepperoni, and a sprinkle of oregano if desired.

Step Three: Cook the air fryer pizza bagels in the air fryer for three minutes and 30 seconds. Be careful not to burn the bagels.

Step Four: Remove the bagels from the air fryer.

Air fryer pizza bagels cook for 3 minutes.

Serve the bagels warm and enjoy!

Air fryer pizza bagels in an air fryer basket.

Recipe FAQs

How long does it take to cook pizza bagels in the air fryer?

For this recipe, it takes at least three minutes and 30 seconds for the bagels to get crispy and perfectly cheesy. After many trials, this was the best cooking time!

Are bagels good in the air fryer?

We like to toast bagels in the air fryer because it is quick and easy! The air fryer makes bagels super crispy and very enjoyable.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer?

You can, but make sure you add the foil in only the basket part!

Expert Tips

Feel free to substitute Italian seasoning for the oregano if that is all you have.
Use any kind of cheese for this recipe, but remember that low-fat cheeses will not melt as well as full-fat.
Pepperoni is optional!
For a vegetarian opion: Top this pizza with your favorite veggies such as bell pepper, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, etc.
Vegan pizza bagels: Use dairy-free cheese and omit the pepperoni pieces.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days!

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