Description
These Air Fryer Bagel Bites are quick and easy mini pizzas made on halved mini bagels, topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, then cooked to melty perfection in the air fryer. Perfect for a snack or appetizer, they offer endless variations with different sauces and cheeses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 mini bagels halved
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese freshly grated
- Mini pepperoni as needed
Instructions
- Prepare Bagels: Spread pizza sauce evenly on each halved mini bagel to create the base for the toppings.
- Add Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle freshly grated mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then place mini pepperoni slices on top of each bagel half.
- Air Fry: Place the prepared bagel halves in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 4 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and the bagels are warm and slightly toasted.
- Repeat if Needed: If making multiple batches, repeat the process until all bagel bites are cooked.
Notes
- TO STORE: Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze cooked bagel bites in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to three months.
- TO REHEAT: Reheat in a preheated air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for 3-4 minutes until heated through and cheese is melty.
- VARIATIONS: Substitute pizza sauce with pesto, BBQ sauce, basil, or ranch dressing for a different flavor profile.
- Cheesy Variation: Use a blend of cheeses such as mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan, goat cheese, or cheddar for a gourmet touch.
- Sweet Variation: For a dessert option, top bagel halves with cream cheese, almond butter, strawberry jam, banana slices, or Nutella instead of savory toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
