Name: Air Fryer Pizza Bombs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands); 8 cubes mozzarella cheese; 16 slices pepperoni; Pizza sauce, for dipping (optional); 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

These Air Fryer Pizza Bombs are the ultimate snack or quick meal—gooey cheese and pepperoni wrapped in golden biscuit dough, cooked to perfection in the air fryer. They're fun to make, delicious to eat, and totally customizable depending on what I have on hand.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how fast and easy these pizza bombs are to prepare. Whether I need a quick appetizer for guests or a tasty after-school snack, they always come through. Since I use refrigerated biscuit dough, there’s no need to deal with making a crust from scratch. The air fryer ensures a crisp outside while keeping the inside gooey and cheesy. Plus, I can play around with the fillings based on what I’m craving.

ingredients

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Refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
Mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
Pepperoni slices
Pizza sauce (optional for dipping)
Olive oil or melted butter
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Grated Parmesan cheese

directions

I preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
I separate the biscuit dough and flatten each piece slightly.
I place a cube of mozzarella and a couple of pepperoni slices in the center of each round.
I fold the edges over the filling, pinch them to seal, and shape into a ball.
I brush each pizza bomb with olive oil or melted butter.
I sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese over the tops.
I place them in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t touch.
I air fry for 8–10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
I serve them warm, with pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 8 pizza bombs, depending on the biscuit dough brand I use. It takes around 15 minutes from start to finish, with just 5 minutes of prep and 8–10 minutes in the air fryer.

Variations

I love switching up the fillings. Sometimes I use cooked sausage, mushrooms, or chopped veggies for a different flavor. If I’m feeling spicy, I’ll add a dash of crushed red pepper inside. For a white pizza twist, I skip the marinara and go with ricotta, garlic, and spinach.

storage/reheating

I store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When I’m ready to reheat, I pop them back into the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until warmed through. They stay crisp and delicious.

FAQs

What kind of dough works best for pizza bombs?

I find refrigerated biscuit dough works perfectly because it’s soft, easy to wrap, and cooks up golden in the air fryer. Crescent roll dough is also a good alternative.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, I sometimes assemble them a few hours ahead and keep them covered in the fridge until I’m ready to air fry. I wait to brush them with oil and seasonings until right before cooking.

What dipping sauces go well with these?

Marinara is a classic, but I also like ranch, garlic butter, or even a spicy sriracha mayo for something different.

How do I keep the cheese from leaking out?

I make sure to seal the dough well by pinching all edges firmly and placing the seam side down in the air fryer. Overfilling can also cause leaks, so I keep it balanced.

Can I freeze pizza bombs?

Yes, I freeze them after cooking. Once cooled, I wrap them individually and store in a freezer bag. To reheat, I put them straight into the air fryer at 350°F for 6–8 minutes.

Conclusion

These Air Fryer Pizza Bombs are a game-changer for quick, satisfying snacks. They’re crispy on the outside, melty on the inside, and totally customizable. Whether I’m feeding a crowd or just want something fun and cheesy, I always turn to this easy air fryer favorite.

Air Fryer Pizza Bombs

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Author: Sue
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 8 pizza bombs
Category: Snack
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal

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Description

These Air Fryer Pizza Bombs are gooey cheese and pepperoni wrapped in golden biscuit dough and air fried to perfection. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick meal, and easily customizable with your favorite fillings.

Ingredients

1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
8 cubes mozzarella cheese
16 slices pepperoni
Pizza sauce, for dipping (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Separate the biscuit dough and slightly flatten each piece.
Place a cube of mozzarella and 2 slices of pepperoni in the center of each dough round.
Fold edges over the filling, pinch to seal, and shape into a ball.
Brush each ball with olive oil or melted butter.
Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese on top.
Place in the air fryer basket without touching each other.
Air fry for 8–10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm with pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Don't overfill the dough to prevent leaking.
Try different fillings like sausage, mushrooms, or veggies.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes.
Assemble ahead and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Freeze cooked pizza bombs and reheat straight from frozen in the air fryer.