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Crispy bagel bites air fryer with melted cheese and pepperoni on blue plate with marinara dipping sauce.

Bagel Bites Air Fryer

This bagel bites air fryer recipe creates crispy, golden mini pizzas with perfectly melted cheese in just 4-6 minutes. Easy bagel bites air fryer method delivers superior results compared to microwave cooking using simple frozen convenience foods.
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
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Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 185kcal
Cost: $3.50

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Timer

Ingredients

  • 12 pieces Frozen bagel bites - Any brand or variety
  • 1 spray Cooking spray - Optional for crispiness
  • ¼ cup Marinara sauce - For dipping
  • 2 tablespoons Mozzarella cheese - Extra topping
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning - For extra flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder - Optional seasoning
  • 1 pinch Red pepper flakes - For heat
  • 6 leaves Fresh basil - For garnish

Instructions 

  • Transfer to plate using tongs and serve with marinara sauce
  • Space - Avoid overcrowding for even cooking and air circulation
  • Spray - Lightly coat with cooking spray if desired for extra crispiness
  • Set - Cook at 380°F for 4-6 minutes depending on preferred doneness
  • Check - Look for golden brown edges and bubbling melted cheese
  • Shake - Gently shake basket halfway through for even browning
  • Test - Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety
  • Cool - Let rest 1-2 minutes before serving to prevent burns
  • Serve - Transfer to plate using tongs and serve with marinara sauce

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagel | Calories: 185kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 24g (8%) | Protein: 8g (16%) | Fat: 6g (9%) | Saturated Fat: 2.5g (16%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg (4%) | Sodium: 385mg (17%) | Potassium: 125mg (4%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 185IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) | Calcium: 85mg (9%) | Iron: 1.2mg (7%)