Crispy Air Fryer Bread Twists (Printable)

Golden twists packed with cheese, herbs, and a hint of spice, air-fried for a crispy finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough

→ Cheese & Fillings

02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
05 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
06 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Topping

07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 garlic clove, minced
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 10 x 14 inches.
03 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over half of the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the sauce.
04 - Fold the dough in half lengthwise to cover the filling. Gently press together to seal.
05 - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into 8 strips.
06 - Twist each strip several times and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if needed.
07 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. Brush the tops of each twist with garlic butter.
08 - Air fry for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
09 - Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 30 minutes, which is basically lightning speed when you're feeding hungry kids or unexpected guests
  • The air fryer creates this addictive crunch without deep frying, so you get all the satisfaction with way less mess
  • You can customize the fillings endlessly—pepperoni, olives, or whatever cheese is lurking in your fridge
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket—those twists need space to get crispy all over
  • The cheese can ooze out during cooking, so consider lining your basket with parchment paper for easier cleanup
  • Twisting the dough too tightly can make the filling burst out, so keep it gentle and relaxed
03 -
  • Sprinkle a little extra Parmesan on top right after brushing with garlic butter—it creates this incredible cheesy crust
  • Work quickly once you start rolling out the dough, or it'll keep shrinking back on you

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