Crispy Air Fryer Pizza Twists (Printable)
Golden, cheesy twists packed with savory pizza flavor and crisped to perfection in minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
→ Cheese & Fillings
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
05 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
06 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Topping
07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 garlic clove, minced
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 10 x 14 inches.
03 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over half of the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the sauce.
04 - Fold the dough in half lengthwise to cover the filling. Gently press together to seal.
05 - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into 8 strips.
06 - Twist each strip several times and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
07 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. Brush the tops of each twist with garlic butter.
08 - Air fry for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
09 - Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They come together in under 30 minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have
- The air fryer creates that perfect crunch without deep frying or heating up your whole kitchen
02 -
- Work in batches if your air fryer is small. Crowding the basket means uneven cooking and steaming instead of crisping.
- Let them cool for just 2 minutes before serving. The cheese needs a moment to set or you will burn your mouth every single time.
03 -
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the dough strips. It cuts through cleanly without dragging or stretching the dough like a knife sometimes does.
- Space the twists evenly in the air fryer basket. The hot air needs to circulate around each one for even browning.