Crispy, Wholesome Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza Rolls Recipe
Sizzling and packed with flavor, these air fryer tortilla pizza rolls blend convenience with delicious nutrition in every bite.
Crafting the ultimate quick lunch or snack takes just minutes with this simple technique.
Crispy tortillas wrap around melted cheese and zesty sauce, creating a mouthwatering handheld treat.
You’ll love how fast these rolls come together without sacrificing taste or quality.
Each roll delivers a perfect balance of crunch and gooey goodness that satisfies serious pizza cravings.
The air fryer works magic, turning ordinary ingredients into a restaurant-style appetizer that everyone adores.
Grab your ingredients and get ready to impress with these irresistible pizza rolls that are sure to become a weeknight favorite.
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 11 minutes
Calories: 200 kcal
Servings: 3
Ingredients to Make Healthy Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza Rolls
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Instructions for Air Frying Pizza Rolls to Perfection
Gently warm soft tortillas in the microwave to make them pliable and easy to handle.
Create a delicious base by spreading a thin layer of zesty marinara sauce across the tortilla, sprinkled with fresh mozzarella and fragrant basil leaves.
Carefully tuck and roll the tortilla, creating neat parcels that will transform into crispy, golden pizza rolls.
Place the rolled tortilla bundles into the air fryer, cooking at high heat until they become wonderfully crunchy and beautifully golden brown.
Slice the hot pizza rolls into bite-sized pieces and serve alongside extra marinara sauce for a fun, dippable meal that everyone will love.
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Crispy Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza Rolls Recipe
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 3 1x
Description
Crispy tortilla pizza rolls showcase a quick, delightful meal blending Mexican and Italian flavors. Home cooks can easily craft these delectable rolls with minimal ingredients and zero complicated techniques.
Ingredients
- 2 tortillas (whole wheat or gluten-free, flour style wrap sized)
- ½ cup (120 ml) marinara or pizza sauce
- ½ cup (120 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese (vegan or regular)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) finely chopped basil (optional, can substitute parsley or spinach)
Instructions
- Preparation: Microwave tortillas for 15-30 seconds until soft and malleable, creating a smooth, flexible surface for rolling.
- Sauce and Cheese Layer: Evenly spread marinara sauce across each tortilla, leaving a small margin around the edges, then generously distribute mozzarella cheese and sprinkle fresh basil for enhanced flavor profile.
- Rolling Technique: Fold tortilla sides inward, creating a compact rectangular shape, then carefully roll and seal the top and bottom edges to lock in the fillings securely.
- Air Frying Process: Position rolled pizzas in the air fryer basket without overcrowding, allowing sufficient space for hot air circulation, and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes until achieving a golden, crispy exterior with melted, bubbling cheese.
- Serving Presentation: Allow pizza rolls to cool briefly, then slice into four equal segments, presenting with warm marinara sauce for dipping and enhancing the overall culinary experience.
Notes
- Tortilla Preparation Tip: Microwave tortillas briefly to enhance pliability and prevent cracking, ensuring smooth rolling without tearing.
- Sauce Spreading Strategy: Apply a thin marinara layer, leaving small edges clear to minimize messy overflow during air frying.
- Cheese and Herb Distribution: Evenly sprinkle mozzarella and fresh basil for balanced flavor and optimal melting performance.
- Sealing Technique: Fold tortillas tightly with precise edges to lock in ingredients and create a crispy, compact pizza roll that holds together during cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Mia Reynolds
Food Writer & Home Cooking Specialist
Expertise
Easy Home Baking, Recipe Writing and Storytelling, Local and Seasonal Ingredients, Baking for Beginners
Education
New England Culinary Institute (NECI), Montpelier, Vermont
Community College of Vermont, Winooski, Vermont
Mia Reynolds fell in love with baking as a teenager experimenting in her family kitchen. Her passion took her to New England Culinary Institute, where she learned practical pastry techniques, and later to Community College of Vermont to deepen her understanding of food management.
Mia combines clear, simple baking instructions with heartwarming stories, making home baking approachable for everyone.