🍕 Mini Pizza Toasts (Air Fryer or Oven)
Quick, customizable, and always kid-approved.
Need a fun lunch idea or after-school snack? These mini pizza toasts are made with simple ingredients you already have on hand. Using regular sandwich bread as the base, you get all the cheesy goodness of pizza with half the effort — no dough, no stress.
Kids can choose their own toppings, making this recipe great for picky eaters and lunchbox variety. Plus, it’s ready in under 10 minutes using the air fryer or oven.
🛒 Ingredients:
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Mini pepperoni or diced vegetables (bell peppers, olives, mushrooms)
- Optional: dried oregano, olive oil spray
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F) or oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Lightly toast bread slices if you prefer a crispier base.
- Spread 1 tbsp of pizza sauce on each slice.
- Top with cheese and favorite toppings.
- Air fry for 5–7 minutes or bake for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and edges are crisp.
- Sprinkle with dried oregano if desired. Cut into quarters or fun shapes for little ones.
🧁 Recipe Tips:
- Make it fun: Let kids build their own pizza toast
- No marinara? Use ketchup mixed with a pinch of garlic powder
- Healthier twist: Use whole grain bread or veggie-based toppings
- Lunchbox ready: Cool completely and pack in a bento box
🍕 Topping Ideas:
- Ham & pineapple
- Spinach & feta
- Classic pepperoni
- Cheese-only (for picky eaters)
- Mushrooms + sweetcorn
Storage:
- Best enjoyed fresh, but can be packed cold for lunchboxes
- Reheat in air fryer or toaster for 2–3 minutes
