Air Fryer Pizza Bombs
Air Fryer Pizza Bombs are a delightful and easy-to-make snack that brings the flavors of pizza into bite-sized treats. These pizza bombs are filled with gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and your favorite pizza sauce, all encased in a golden, crispy dough. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a fun family meal, these pizza bombs will be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 can of refrigerated biscuit dough 8 biscuits
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16 slices of pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
Prepare the Biscuit Dough:
- Separate the biscuit dough into individual biscuits. Flatten each biscuit into a round disk, approximately 4 inches in diameter.
Fill the Pizza Bombs:
- Place 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce in the center of each flattened biscuit.
- Add 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
- Place 2 slices of pepperoni on top of the cheese.
Seal the Pizza Bombs:
- Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a ball. Make sure there are no gaps or openings.
Prepare for Air Frying:
- Brush each pizza bomb with olive oil or melted butter.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder evenly over the top.
- Optionally, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Air Fry the Pizza Bombs:
- Place the pizza bombs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the pizza bombs are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve:
- Remove the pizza bombs from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with additional pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Tips
- Ensure the biscuit dough is well-sealed around the filling to prevent any cheese from leaking out during cooking.
- Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite pizza toppings, such as cooked sausage, veggies, or different types of cheese.
- These pizza bombs can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes before serving.
- For a crispier texture, you can brush the pizza bombs with more olive oil or melted butter halfway through cooking.