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Three slices of cheesy pepperoni Texas Toast Pizza garnished with parsley on a white plate.

Quick Cheesy Texas Toast Pizza in Air Fryer

Transform classic Texas toast into incredibly easy and delicious personal pizzas in minutes using your air fryer. Perfect for a quick lunch, snack, or weeknight meal when you're craving pizza without the fuss.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quick Pizzas
  • 4 slices Frozen Texas Toast garlic bread style
  • 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce or marinara sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Mini Pepperoni or regular pepperoni, sliced
  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning optional
  • Pinch Red Pepper Flakes optional, for a little heat
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Spatula or Tongs

Method
 

Prepare the Texas Toast
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes. This helps ensure even cooking and a crispy base.
  2. Place 2 slices of frozen Texas Toast in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overlap. You will likely need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Assemble the Pizzas
  1. Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly over each slice of Texas Toast, leaving a small border for the crust.
  2. Generously sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce on each slice. Distribute the mini pepperoni (or sliced regular pepperoni) over the cheese.
  3. If desired, sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes over the toppings for extra flavor.
Air Fry to Perfection
  1. Carefully place the assembled Texas Toast pizzas back into the preheated air fryer basket.
  2. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown, and the Texas Toast crust is crispy. Cooking time may vary based on your air fryer model.
  3. Remove the pizzas from the air fryer using tongs or a spatula. If cooking in batches, repeat the process with the remaining Texas Toast slices.
  4. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if using. Let cool for 1-2 minutes before serving to avoid burning your mouth on the hot cheese. Enjoy your Quick Cheesy Texas Toast Pizza!

Notes

For best results, cook Texas Toast pizzas in a single layer without overcrowding the air fryer basket. If you prefer a softer crust, you can skip the preheating step and cook for a minute or two longer until the cheese is melted. Feel free to customize with your favorite quick-cooking toppings like cooked crumbled sausage, diced bell peppers, or sliced olives. Always monitor closely as air fryer cooking times can vary.