French Bread Pizza in Air Fryer

Name: French Bread Pizza in Air Fryer
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread, halved lengthwise; 1/2 cup marinara sauce; 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup pepperoni slices; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Published: June 20, 2026 | Italian Cuisine | ⏱ 12 min

Crispy French bread pizza halves in an air fryer basket

Elevate your frozen or homemade French bread pizza by cooking it in the air fryer. The intense, direct heat perfectly melts the mozzarella while transforming the bread into an impossibly crispy, Italian-style crust. It's faster than an oven and yields vastly superior texture.

Recipe Info

Prep Time5 min

Cook Time7 min

Total Time12 min

Servings2

DifficultyEasy

CuisineItalian

1 loaf French bread, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup pepperoni slices
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon butter, melted

2 Instructions

Prepare the bread

Brush the cut sides of the French bread lightly with melted butter. Toast in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 2 minutes.

Assemble the pizzas

Spread marinara sauce over the toasted bread. Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.

Air fry

Place the halves in the air fryer basket. Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 4-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden.

Pro Tips

Toasting the bread briefly before adding sauce prevents the bottom from becoming soggy.
If using frozen French bread pizzas, skip the prep and air fry directly at 190°C (375°F) for 6-8 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	20g
Fat	18g
Saturated Fat	8g
Carbohydrates	42g
Fiber	3g
Sugar	6g
Sodium	820mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cut the halved French bread into sections that fit your basket. They will cook exactly the same way.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.5 (112 votes)

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