Crispy Air Fryer Cheese Twists (Print Version)

Golden, cheesy bread twists packed with herbs and garlic, air-fried to a crispy, flavorful snack.

# 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 Steps:

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 Tips:

01 -
  • Twenty-five minutes from craving to crunch, faster than delivery even thinks about arriving
  • The air fryer makes these impossibly crispy without a single drop of oil
02 -
  • Work in batches if your air fryer basket is small, because crowding them will make them soggy instead of crispy
  • The dough needs those ten minutes on the counter or it will fight back when you try to roll it
03 -
  • Twisting firmly is key, but do not pull so hard the dough tears or your cheese will leak everywhere
  • Let them cool for literally two minutes before biting or you will burn your tongue on hot cheese

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