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This air fryer pepperoni naan pizza cooks in 8 minutes flat using a 380°F pre-crisp trick that keeps the bottom shatter-crisp instead of soggy. With six pantry ingredients and one piece of naan bread, you get a personal pizza that beats delivery — every single time.

Air Fryer Pepperoni Naan Pizza (Crispy Bottom, 8 Minutes Flat)

5 from 1 vote
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

Crispy-bottomed naan pizza loaded with melty mozzarella and curled, crispy pepperoni — ready in 8 minutes flat in the air fryer. Better than delivery, faster than takeout.

Ingredients 

  • 2 naan bread, mini or regular
  • 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara
  • 0.8 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella
  • 20 pepperoni slices
  • 1 teaspoons olive oil
  • 0.3 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 0.3 teaspoons dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes, optional
  • 4 fresh basil leaves for garnish, optional
  • Steps

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). A hot basket is the secret to a crispy bottom — don't skip this.
  • Prep the naan: Brush the bottom of each 2 naan bread (mini or regular) lightly with 1 teaspoons olive oil. This creates that golden, crispy underside.
  • Sauce it lightly: Spread 4 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara evenly over the top of each naan, leaving a small border around the edge. Less is more — too much sauce makes the bottom soggy.
  • Add cheese and seasonings: Sprinkle 0.8 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella evenly over the sauce, then dust with 0.3 teaspoons garlic powder and 0.3 teaspoons dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
  • Top with pepperoni: Arrange 20 pepperoni slices over the cheese, slightly overlapping. Finish with 1 tablespoons grated Parmesan on top.
  • Air fry: Place the naan pizzas in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed — don't overlap). Cook at 375°F for 5m 30s, until the cheese is bubbly and golden, the pepperoni edges are crisp and curled, and the naan bottom is deep golden brown.
  • Garnish and serve: Remove carefully with tongs. Top with 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional) and 4 fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional) if using. Slice and serve immediately while the bottom is at peak crispiness.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

Tips:
  • Adjust toppings according to personal preference.
  • For a crispier crust, cook the naan in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes before adding toppings.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the air fryer for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 648kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 25gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 1631mgPotassium: 193mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 474IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 340mgIron: 1mg