Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza is the best of two comfort food classics combined into one cozy, crave-worthy dish. When we first tried this at home, it quickly became a favorite for family pizza nights. The air fryer keeps the crust golden and crisp while melting the cheese into bubbly perfection. If you love homemade pizza toppings ideas, this is one recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket for busy nights.
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Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza combines two comfort food favorites into one crispy, cheesy, and crave-worthy dish perfect for busy nights or fun family pizza dinners.
Ingredients
1 store-bought or homemade pizza dough (about 12-inch round)
1/2 cup pizza sauce (or leftover burger sauce)
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced onions
1/4 cup diced pickles
1/4 cup diced tomatoes
Ketchup and mustard (optional drizzle)
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Roll out pizza dough to fit your air fryer basket or tray.
4. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
5. Sprinkle half the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
6. Add cooked ground beef, onions, pickles, and tomatoes.
7. Top with remaining cheese.
8. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and crust is golden.
9. Optional: drizzle with ketchup and mustard before serving.
Notes
You can swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
For a lighter version, use low-fat cheese and whole wheat dough.
This recipe also works with naan bread or pita for a quicker base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pizza
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
Keywords: air fryer pizza, cheeseburger pizza, homemade pizza, family dinner
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- It’s quick and easy thanks to the air fryer.
- Combines two favorites: cheeseburgers and pizza.
- Perfect for parties, pizza dinner ideas, or casual weeknights.
- Fun for kids and adults to customize with their favorite toppings.
Ingredients Needed for This Recipe
- 1 store-bought or homemade pizza dough (about 12-inch round)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (or leftover burger sauce)
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced pickles
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- Ketchup and mustard (optional drizzle)
How to Make Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Roll out pizza dough to fit your air fryer basket or tray.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle half the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Add cooked ground beef, onions, pickles, and tomatoes.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and crust is golden.
- Optional: drizzle with ketchup and mustard before serving.
How to Serve Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza
Serve hot, straight from the air fryer, with extra pickles on the side. It’s perfect for a casual dinner, game night, or even cut into small squares for party appetizers.
How to Store Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Wrap slices individually in foil, then freeze for up to 1 month.
- Reheat: Pop back into the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until warmed through.
Tips to Make Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza
- Use store-bought dough for convenience or DIY personal pizza dough if you prefer.
- Don’t overload with toppings air fryers need airflow for even cooking.
- Try mixing mozzarella with cheddar for the ultimate gooey, cheesy topping.
Helpful Notes for This Recipe
- You can swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cheese and whole wheat dough.
- This recipe also works with naan bread or pita for a quicker base.
Variation
Try a Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza by adding crispy bacon bits on top. Or make it a BBQ Cheeseburger Pizza by swapping the pizza sauce with smoky barbecue sauce.
FAQs
Can I use pre-cooked pizza crust?
Yes! Just reduce the air fry time to about 6–7 minutes since the crust is already baked.
What other toppings can I add?
You can add jalapeños, mushrooms, or even avocado slices for fun twists.
Can I make this vegetarian?
Absolutely skip the beef and use plant-based crumbles instead.
Conclusion
This Air Fryer Cheeseburger Pizza is comfort food made easy. Whether for a quick weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a fun weekend treat, it’s sure to bring smiles around the table. The golden crust, cheesy topping, and classic burger flavors make it a recipe you’ll want to save for family pizza nights.
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