Pepperoni Pan Pizza in the Air Fryer

This Pepperoni Pan Pizza in the Air Fryer has a crispy golden crust, gooey melted mozzarella, zesty pizza sauce, and perfectly crisp pepperoni. It’s an easy homemade pizza that’s ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 lb (450 g) prepared pizza dough
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Toppings

• ½ cup pizza sauce
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 20–24 pepperoni slices
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

• Fresh basil leaves
• Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. Lightly grease a 7-inch (18 cm) round cake pan or air fryer-safe pizza pan with olive oil.
3. Stretch the pizza dough to fit the pan, pressing it gently into the edges.
4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch (1 cm) border.
5. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, then arrange the pepperoni evenly over the top.
6. Add the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
7. Place the pan into the air fryer basket.
8. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
9. Let the pizza rest for 2–3 minutes before slicing.
10. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Cooking Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
• Rest Time: 2–3 minutes
• Total Time: 22–25 minutes

Servings: 4

Tips

• If the top browns too quickly before the crust is fully cooked, loosely cover it with a piece of foil for the remaining cooking time.
• Pre-cook raw sausage or other meats before adding them as toppings.
• Add vegetables such as mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, or olives for extra flavor.
• Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing so the cheese can set slightly.
• Serve with a fresh Caesar salad, garlic bread, or marinara sauce for dipping.