Description
Delectable air fryer pizza bombs combine classic Italian flavors with crispy golden exteriors. Melted cheese and savory fillings create an irresistible snack that satisfies pizza cravings in minutes. You’ll devour these handheld treats with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup mini pepperoni (optional)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the air fryer by heating it to 350F (175C), ensuring optimal cooking temperature for the pizza bombs.
- Gently press each biscuit dough into a thin, even circle, creating a delicate base for the filling.
- Carefully spread a small dollop of pizza sauce in the center of each dough circle, leaving room for additional ingredients.
- Sprinkle cheese and desired toppings strategically in the center of the sauce-covered dough.
- Carefully gather the edges of the dough, pinching and folding to create a secure, sealed ball that encases the fillings completely.
- Melt butter and generously brush the exterior of each formed pizza bomb to enhance golden browning.
- Dust the buttered surface with a blend of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan for an aromatic flavor boost.
- Arrange the prepared pizza bombs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
- Cook for 7-10 minutes, watching carefully until the exterior turns a rich, golden-brown color.
- Remove from the air fryer and allow to cool for a few minutes, letting the internal temperature stabilize before serving.
Notes
- Perfectly seal the edges to prevent filling from leaking during air frying, ensuring a neat and compact pizza bomb.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like mozzarella, cheddar, or pepper jack to create unique flavor combinations and personalize your pizza bombs.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free biscuit dough or substitute with cauliflower pizza dough to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Add extra protein by incorporating cooked ground meat, diced chicken, or plant-based alternatives inside the pizza bombs for a more substantial snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 236 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 592 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 29 mg