Ingredients:

  • 1 standard loaf French Bread (about 16 oz)
  • 1 cup thick Pizza or Marinara Sauce
  • 6 oz whole milk Mozzarella, shredded
  • Olive oil spray (for crisping, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, creating two long pieces. If desired, cut these pieces into three smaller, serving-sized segments (total 6 slices).
  2. Toast the bread base: Lightly spray the cut sides of the bread with olive oil spray and place them cut-side up in the preheated air fryer basket. Air fry for 2 minutes. This critical step seals the surface to prevent the sauce from making the bread soggy.
  3. Assemble the pizzas: Remove the bread from the air fryer. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the toasted surface of the bread slices, followed by a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  4. Final cook: Return the prepared pizzas to the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted, bubbly, and the crust is deeply golden and crispy on the edges.
  5. Serve immediately while hot for maximum crunch.