Fun Shaped Easy Air Fryer Pizza For Kids

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Air fryer pizza is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and healthy meal for kids. It’s also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen.

To make air fryer pizza, you’ll need:

• Pizza Dough:
• 1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F)
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 ¼ teaspoons dry yeast
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• Pizza Assembly:
• 1 ½ cups pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 48 pepperonis, cut into quarters (or use minis)

How To Make Fun Shaped Pizza:

1. When ready to cook your pizza, preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
2. Pizza dough:
3. Add to a large bowl your warm water, and yeast. Stir and mix. Allow your yeast to proof for about five minutes.
4. After the five minutes, add in your sugar, flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix until fully incorporated. 
5. Knead with the dough hook for about five minutes on medium speed if using a stand mixer. If using your hands, transfer the dough ball to a lightly floured flat surface and knead for about 10 minutes. 
6. Transfer your dough ball to a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean towel for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
7. Pizza assembly:
8. Once your dough has doubled in size, remove your dough ball to a lightly floured surface. Divide your ball into four sections.
9. Roll your pizza using a rolling pin until it is 1/8 inch in height. Cut your pizza shapes using your cookie cutter of choice. 
10. Spray your Air Fryer with cooking oil. Transfer your pizza dough to your Air Fryer basket.
11. Top your pizza with your pizza sauce, smearing evenly.
12. Add your pepperoni. Top with your mozzarella cheese.
13. Repeat steps 2 to 4 until all your pizzas have been cooked. 
14. With your air fryer preheated to 350°F, cook for 7-8 minutes or until golden brown.
15. Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a crispier crust, preheat a baking sheet in the oven while the air fryer is preheating. Then, place the pizza on the hot baking sheet before air frying.
• If you don’t have a pizza cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut the pizza into fun shapes.
• Let the pizza cool slightly before cutting it. This will help prevent the cheese from oozing out.
• Air fryer pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply air fry it for an additional 2-3 minutes.
• Air fryer pizza can also be frozen. To freeze, wrap the pizza tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Then, place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. To reheat, simply thaw the pizza overnight in the refrigerator and then air fry it for an additional 2-3 minutes.

How to involve kids in the preparation:

• Kids can help spread the pizza sauce and top the pizza with cheese and toppings.
• They can also help cut the pizza into fun shapes.
• Air frying pizza is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen and learn about healthy cooking.

Can I use any type of pizza crust in an air fryer?

Yes, you can use any type of pizza crust in an air fryer. However, some crusts may cook more evenly than others. For example, a thin crust will cook more quickly than a thick crust.

What temperature should I use when air frying pizza?

The ideal temperature for air frying pizza is 375 degrees Fahrenheit. However, you may need to adjust the temperature depending on the type of pizza crust you are using.

How long should I air fry pizza for?

The cooking time for air fryer pizza will vary depending on the size of the pizza and the type of crust you are using. For a small pizza with a thin crust, you may only need to air fry it for 6-8 minutes. For a large pizza with a thick crust, you may need to air fry it for 10-12 minutes.

Do I need to preheat my air fryer before air frying pizza?

Yes, it is recommended to preheat your air fryer before air frying pizza. This will help ensure that the pizza cooks evenly.

Can I air fry frozen pizza?

Yes, you can air fry frozen pizza. However, you may need to increase the cooking time by a few minutes.

What toppings can I use on air fryer pizza?

You can use any toppings you like on air fryer pizza. However, some toppings may cook more quickly than others. For example, vegetables may cook more quickly than meats.

Can I make air fryer pizza ahead of time?

Yes, you can make air fryer pizza ahead of time. Simply prepare the pizza as you normally would, but do not cook it yet. Wrap the pizza tightly in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you are ready to cook the pizza, simply remove it from the refrigerator and air fry it according to the instructions.

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