Air Fryer Bubble Up Pizza is a fun and easy twist on traditional pizza, using biscuit dough that puffs up to create a “bubble” texture as it bakes in the air fryer. It’s a quick and tasty dish with all the flavors of pizza, but with less time and effort than making a regular pizza dough from scratch. Here’s a simple recipe for making Air Fryer Bubble Up Pizza:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
- 1/2 lb (225g) ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Biscuit Dough:
- Open the can of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 4-6 pieces (depending on how large you want the “bubbles” to be). You can either use kitchen scissors or your hands to tear them into small chunks.
- Set the cut-up dough pieces aside.
2. Cook the Ground Meat (if using):
- If you’re using ground beef or sausage, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the meat until it’s browned and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Season the meat with salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried oregano or basil, if desired. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Bubble Up Pizza:
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the biscuit dough pieces, pizza sauce, cooked ground meat (if using), pepperoni slices, black olives, and a little bit of mozzarella cheese. Toss everything together to coat the dough pieces with the sauce and toppings.
4. Air Fry the Pizza:
- Lightly grease the basket of your air fryer with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the pizza mixture into the air fryer basket, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the pizza.
- Air fry the pizza at 360°F (180°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is golden and cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Once the pizza is done, remove it from the air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle with additional dried oregano or basil if you like.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Air Fryer Bubble Up Pizza!
Enjoy Your Air Fryer Bubble Up Pizza!
This pizza is quick, cheesy, and full of delicious pizza flavors with a fun, puffy texture. It’s perfect for a casual meal, a snack, or even a family dinner. Plus, using the air fryer makes it faster than a traditional pizza and avoids the mess of using the oven!
Would you like to customize the toppings further (e.g., adding veggies or more meats)? Let me know if you’d like any adjustments!