Pizza Toast

Why you’ll love this Pizza Toast recipe

Super Quick & Easy
From prep to plate in under 10 minutes—perfect for busy days or last-minute cravings.

Customisable for Everyone
Use whatever toppings you love or have on hand—meat lovers, vegetarians, and picky eaters alike are covered.

Minimal Ingredients, Maximum Flavor
A handful of pantry staples turns plain bread into something deliciously cheesy and satisfying.

Kid-Friendly & Fun to Make
Great for getting kids involved in the kitchen—let them design their own slices!

Satisfying Snack or Meal
Works as a filling lunch, after-school snack, or even a no-fuss dinner with salad on the side.

Top Tips

Use Thick or Toasted Bread
A firmer slice (like sourdough or pre-toasted bread) gives you a sturdier, crispier base.

Don’t Overload Toppings
Too much can make the toast soggy. Keep toppings light and evenly spread.

Preheat Your Oven or Air Fryer
This helps the cheese melt evenly and the edges crisp up beautifully.

Use Pre-Shredded Mozzarella for Speed
Or add a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for a gooey, golden topping.

Add Fresh Ingredients After Baking
Delicate toppings like fresh basil, rocket, or chili oil are best added right before serving.

Ingredients you’ll need

• 1 Piece of Bread
• Tomato puree/sauce
• Peppers
• Onions
• Sweetcorn
• Red Onion
• Olives
• Grated Cheese
• Dried Oregano/Basil

How to make Pizza Toast

Sauce
Spread 1–1.5 tablespoons of pizza sauce over each slice, covering it edge to edge.

Toppings
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella, then layer on your favourite toppings. Finish with a pinch of dried oregano or Italian seasoning.

Bake
Place the pizza toasts on a baking tray and air fry them for 5–6 minutes at 180°C (350°F).

Serve
Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and enjoy hot!

Storage tips

Best Eaten Fresh
Pizza toast is crispiest straight from the oven, but leftovers can be saved.

Refrigerate for Up to 2 Days
Store cooled slices in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back crispness.

Avoid the Microwave
It softens the bread—use oven or toaster oven for best results.

Prep Ahead Option
You can assemble the toast up to 1 day ahead (without baking) and store it covered in the fridge. Bake fresh when ready.

Not Ideal for Freezing
Because of the bread and toppings, freezing is not recommended—it may get soggy when thawed.

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