Description
Crispy Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza Rolls bring Italian-inspired flavors to quick weeknight dinners. Melted cheese, zesty marinara, and perfectly crisped tortillas make this simple recipe a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 flour style wrap sized tortillas (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (vegan or regular)
Herbs and Garnish:
- ¼ cup finely chopped basil (optional, can substitute parsley or spinach)
Instructions
- Gently warm tortillas in the microwave for 15-30 seconds until pliable and soft, ensuring they’re easy to manipulate without cracking.
- Lay each tortilla flat and spread a thin, even layer of marinara sauce across the surface, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow during cooking.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce, followed by finely chopped fresh basil leaves for added aromatic flavor.
- Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla inward, creating a compact rectangular shape that will help seal in the fillings.
- Fold the top and bottom edges of the tortilla towards the center, creating a tightly sealed roll that will prevent ingredients from spilling out during air frying.
- Arrange the rolled tortilla pizzas in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes, or until the exterior turns golden brown and crispy, with the cheese melted and slightly bubbling.
- Remove the pizza rolls from the air fryer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes to prevent burning.
- Using a sharp knife, slice each pizza roll into 4 equal pieces for easy serving and dipping.
- Serve immediately with additional warm marinara sauce on the side for an extra burst of flavor and dipping enjoyment.
Notes
- Warm tortillas gently in the microwave to ensure flexibility and prevent cracking when rolling.
- Spread sauce sparingly to avoid soggy edges and maintain a crisp texture during air frying.
- Roll tightly and seal edges well to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Use parchment paper or lightly spray air fryer basket to prevent sticking and easy cleanup.
- Check pizza rolls midway through cooking and adjust position if needed for even browning.
- Let rolls cool for a minute after air frying to prevent burning and allow filling to set.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg