Name: Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients: 2 slices of bread (white or whole wheat); 1 tsp olive oil (optional, for brushing); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup cottage cheese; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup sliced black olives; 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes (red and yellow); 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers (green and red); 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano; Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Introduction

This Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast is a quick and delicious way to enjoy a healthy, cheesy snack or light meal. Loaded with fresh veggies and melty mozzarella, it’s perfect for lunch, a snack, or even a simple dinner. Ready in just minutes, it’s a satisfying treat that anyone can make.

Two slices of toasted bread on a white plate set on a white marbled surface are topped with a rich layer of melted white cheese that shows some golden brown spots from baking. On top of the cheese, there are slices of red and yellow cherry tomatoes, slightly cooked with a glossy texture. Fresh green herbs are sprinkled over the toast, along with freshly ground black pepper adding specks over the surface. The toast edges are browned and crispy, giving a contrast to the soft melted cheese and juicy tomatoes. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)

1/2 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup sliced black olives

1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes (red and yellow)

1/4 cup sliced bell peppers (green and red)

1 tsp olive oil (optional, for brushing)

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano

Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes to ensure the toast becomes crispy.

Step 2: Lightly brush each slice of bread with olive oil if desired for extra crispiness and flavor; this step is optional.

Step 3: Spread an even layer of cottage cheese over each slice of bread to create a creamy base.

Step 4: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the cottage cheese layer.

Step 5: Arrange the sliced cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and black olives evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 6: Sprinkle Italian seasoning or dried oregano, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 7: Place the prepared toast slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 6-8 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread edges turn golden and crispy.

Step 8: Carefully remove the toast from the air fryer and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil.

Step 9: Serve warm and enjoy your delicious cottage cheese pizza toast!

Tips & Variations

Use gluten-free bread if you prefer a gluten-free option.

Swap mozzarella for another melting cheese such as provolone or cheddar for a different flavor.

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Try adding other toppings like spinach, mushrooms, or onions to customize your pizza toast.

If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the toast in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes.

FAQs

Can I use regular cheese instead of cottage cheese?

Yes, you can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta or cream cheese for a similar creamy texture, but cottage cheese adds a nice tang and lightness to the toast.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the pizza toast in a conventional oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 8-10 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread is crispy.