Description
A quick and delicious Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast recipe that combines creamy cottage cheese, melted mozzarella, and fresh veggies on crispy air-fried bread. Perfect for a healthy snack, lunch, or light dinner, this cheesy veggie toast is packed with flavor and comes together in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
- 1 tsp olive oil (optional, for brushing)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cheese and Toppings
- 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)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes to ensure the toast crisps up nicely during cooking.
- Prepare the Bread: Lightly brush each bread slice with olive oil if you prefer an extra crispy texture and enhanced flavor; this step is optional.
- Spread the Cottage Cheese: Evenly spread a layer of cottage cheese over each slice of bread to create a creamy base for the toppings.
- Add the Cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the cottage cheese layer to achieve a gooey, melted topping.
- Top with Veggies: Arrange sliced cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and black olives evenly over the mozzarella cheese layer for added freshness and color.
- Season It Up: Sprinkle Italian seasoning or dried oregano along with salt and freshly ground black pepper over the toppings to enhance the flavors.
- Air Fry the Toast: Place the prepared toast slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread edges are golden and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the toast carefully from the air fryer and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil for a pop of color and fresh aroma.
- Enjoy! Serve your Easy Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Toast warm as a satisfying snack, quick lunch, or light dinner.
Notes
- You can use any type of bread you prefer, such as multigrain or sourdough, for variation in flavor and texture.
- Olive oil brushing is optional but adds a nice crispy edge and richer taste.
- Feel free to swap or add any other veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or onions based on your preference.
- For a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of red chili flakes along with the Italian seasoning.
- This recipe is best enjoyed immediately for optimal crispiness and gooey cheese texture.
- Leftovers can be gently reheated in the air fryer for a couple of minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Keywords: air fryer pizza toast, cottage cheese pizza toast, easy snack, vegetarian pizza toast, quick lunch recipe, cheesy veggie toast, healthy snack
