Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast Recipe
This Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast is a quick and delicious snack or light meal featuring crispy toasted bread topped with creamy cottage cheese, gooey mozzarella, and vibrant fresh veggies, all seasoned with Italian herbs and air fried to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
Cheese
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes (red and yellow)
- 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers (green and red)
Seasoning and Garnish
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional, for brushing)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: First, preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes. This will help make your toast nice and crispy.
- Prepare the Bread: Lightly brush each slice of bread with olive oil if you want it extra crispy. It adds a lovely flavor, but you can skip this if you prefer.
- Spread the Cottage Cheese: Take your cottage cheese and spread an even layer over each slice of bread. This will provide a creamy base for your toppings!
- Add the Cheese: Next, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top of the cottage cheese. This adds that gooey, cheesy goodness you love!
- Top with Veggies: Now, it’s time to layer on the fun! Arrange the sliced cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and black olives evenly on top of the cheese.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle Italian seasoning or dried oregano, along with salt and freshly ground black pepper, over your toppings for extra flavor.
- Air Fry the Toast: Carefully place the prepared toast slices in the air fryer basket. Make sure they’re in a single layer for even cooking. Air fry for 6-8 minutes until the cheese melts and the edges of the bread turn golden and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Once done, carefully remove the toast from the air fryer and garnish it with freshly chopped parsley or basil for a pop of color and flavor.
- Enjoy! Serve your delicious Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast warm and dig in! Perfect for lunch, a snack, or a quick dinner.
Notes
- You can use either white or whole wheat bread as per your preference.
- Brushing olive oil on the bread before air frying adds extra crispness and flavor but is optional.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite vegetables or add some chili flakes for heat.
- Make sure to arrange the toast slices in a single layer in the air fryer for even cooking.
- This recipe is best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispiness and melty cheese.
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