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A hand holding a piece of air fryer pizza roll dipped in pizza sauce with melted cheese

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Who doesn't love pizza? Comfort food & delicious! But sometimes, making a traditional pizza from scratch is too much work. That's where air fryer pizza rolls come in! You need this recipe, I promise! Video and everything you need to know below! 

Course Air Fryer, Main Course, Main Dish, Party Food
Cuisine American, Italian, Thai
Keyword air fryer, air fryer pizza rolls, air fryer recipes, pizza, pizza rolls, pizza rolls in air fryer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 600 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

Pizza Rolls

  • 8 mini brioche buns whole buns, see note
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 8 salami slices (optional)

Garlic Butter

  • 1/2 cup melted butter unsalted
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan fresh
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup herbs minced oregano, basil and thyme (or your favorite)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Use a serrated knife to cut two slits on the rolls while keeping the bun intact.

    a knife slicing slits on the buns to make pizza rolls
  2. You should have two slits on the tops to stuff the rolls.

    A hand holding a ready to stuff bun
  3. In a bowl, mix all the garlic butter ingredients together.

    garlic butter ready and mixed in a bowl
  4. Take a brush and brush the insides of the rolls with the garlic butter.

    a hand brushing the bread with the garlic butter
  5. Add the cheese as a first layer in the rolls.

    a hand holding a piece of cheese to stuff in the pizza rolls
  6. If using salami or pepperoni, add them in next, if not, then just add ore cheese!

    A hand holding a salami piece and ready to stuff it inside the air fryer pizza rolls
  7. Finish off with more cheese to fill the pizza rolls.

  8. Now brush the tops of the pizza rolls with more garlic butter.

    a hand holding a piece of air fryer pizza roll ready to cook
  9. Place the pizza rolls in an air fryer basket in a single layer.

    pizza rolls in an air fryer basket arrange single layer and ready to air fry
  10. Air Fry at 375 degreed F for 6 minutes until the cheese has melted and the rolls are olden brown.

    ready out of the air fryer, the pizza rolls are golden brown and cheese is melted
  11. Brush with extra garlic butter if you like, and sprinkle some extra parmesan cheese.

  12. Serve with pizza sauce to dip!

    A hand holding a piece of air fryer pizza roll dipped in pizza sauce with melted cheese
  13. Enjoy~

    two hands puling apart a pizza roll showing the stretchy cheese

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Pizza Rolls Tips & FAQ's

  • Use a soft brioche like bun for this recipe and make sure it's not pre-cut.
  • Slice two slits using a sharp serrated knife but make sure you leave the bun intact.
  • You can never have enough cheese for this recipe!
  • Play around with different cheeses, I've used a combo of mozzarella, provolone and Monterey jack.
  • Add extra spice to the garlic mixture, or extra herbs or basil pesto- use this Basil Pesto Guide for everything you need to know on making basil pesto at home!
  • Use olive oil instead of butter if you'd like for the garlic mixture. My favorite olive oil is the Moroccan olive oil which I use in this Olive Oil Cake and Tuna Salad Recipe with Olive Oil Dressing.
  • Make sure the rolls are in a single layer in your air fryer basket. You don't need to line the basket with any parchment or foil.
  • Watch closely as they need between 5-7 minutes. 
  • Serve right away with Pizza Sauce!
  • Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the air fryer (below).
  • Freeze the rolls (raw) and add an extra 2 minutes when cooking. Alternatively you can freeze cooked rolls and defrost before reheating (below).

How to Reheat Pizza in air fryer?

I love my air fryer as I cook almost everything in it, however I can say that reheating pizza in the air fryer is MY absolute favorite way to reheat pizza! Select the reheat function (or bake if you don't have reheat) and set the temperature to 350 degrees F . Pace the pizza in the air fryer and select time for 2-3 minutes (depending on how many slices you have inside). 

How to make pizza rolls in an air fryer ahead of time?

You can easily prepare your pizza rolls ahead of time, then freeze the buns in the freezer for later use. When you're ready to cook them, just pop them in the air fryer -adding an extra 2 minutes.

What can you serve with air fryer pizza rolls?

I like to serve my air fryer pizza rolls with my no bake pizza sauce. This simple, easy sauce takes just minutes to make and tastes delicious with these pizza rolls. Another great side dish is a fresh salad!

How to store air fryer pizza rolls?

You can store your pizza rolls in the fridge if you have any leftovers, just ensure they are in an air-tight container. They will last for a day or two. You use the air fryer or oven to reheat them. 

Can you make air fryer pizza rolls without garlic?

Yes, you can. Just leave out the garlic in the butter mixture, and they will still taste delicious!

You actually don't! The way air fryer works is magical! It heats up in seconds compared to conventional ovens which require 10 minutes or so.

 

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 600 Calories from Fat 495
% Daily Value*
Fat 55g85%
Saturated Fat 31g194%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 275mg92%
Sodium 1260mg55%
Potassium 93mg3%
Carbohydrates 53g18%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 25g50%
Vitamin A 1774IU35%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 299mg30%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.