Crispy Air Fryer Cheese Twists (Print version)

Golden cheesy twists air-fried until crispy with savory herbs and garlic butter glaze.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough

02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

04 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus more for dipping

05 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)

06 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

08 - 1 garlic clove, minced

09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

01 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.

02 - On lightly floured surface, roll pizza dough into 10 x 14 inch rectangle.

03 - Spread pizza sauce over half of dough. Top with mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes.

04 - Fold dough in half lengthwise to cover filling, press edges together, then slice into 8 strips using sharp knife or pizza cutter.

05 - Twist each strip several times and arrange in single layer in air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.

06 - Combine melted butter and minced garlic in small bowl. Brush tops of each twist with garlic butter mixture.

07 - Air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

08 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with additional pizza sauce for dipping.

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These come together faster than delivery arrives and taste infinitely better fresh from your own kitchen
The air fryer creates that perfect crunch without deep frying, making them lighter but still indulgent

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Work in batches rather than overcrowding the air fryer basket or they will steam instead of crisp up properly
Letting the dough rest for 5 minutes after rolling makes it easier to handle and less likely to snap back while twisting

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Room temperature dough stretches more evenly so let it sit on the counter for 20 minutes before starting
A light coating of cooking spray on the twists before air frying creates an extra golden crispy exterior