Air Fryer Pizza Roll-Ups

Prep Time	10 Minutes
Cook Time	6 to 8 Minutes
Total Time	18 Minutes
Skill Level / Difficulty	Easy (Beginner Friendly)
Heat / Intensity Level	380°F (193°C)
Servings	8 Roll-Ups (4 Servings)

Equipment Needed

Air Fryer (Basket or Oven Style)
Pastry Brush or Oil Mister
Cutting Board & Chef’s Knife
Small Dipping Bowl

Ingredients

Primary Roll-Up Base

8 Flour Tortillas (6-inch fajita size) or 1 tube canned Crescent Roll Dough
8 Mozzarella Cheese Sticks (whole string cheese) or 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
32 slices Pepperoni (thinly sliced sandwich or mini pepperoni)
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce or Pizza Sauce (plus extra for dipping)

Seasoned Garlic Butter Glaze

2 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning (or oregano and basil)
2 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese
Cooking Spray (Olive oil or avocado oil spray)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1.Prep the Air Fryer:1-2 minutes.

Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 to 5 minutes. Preheating ensures the outer wrapper immediately begins crisping, preventing soggy bottoms or leaking cheese. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.

2.Assemble the Roll-Ups:5 minutes.

Lay out flour tortillas flat on a clean surface or cutting board. Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce across the center of each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Arrange 4 pepperoni slices in a row down the center, then place 1 whole mozzarella string cheese stick directly on top of the pepperoni.

3.Roll and Seal:2 minutes.

Tightly roll each tortilla around the cheese and pepperoni filling. To keep them sealed tight during air frying, place each roll-up seam-side down. If using egg roll wrappers or crescent dough, lightly dab the edges with water or an egg wash to bind the seal.

4.Mix and Brush Garlic Glaze:2 minutes.

In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan. Brush the tops of each roll-up generously with the garlic butter mixture.

5.Air Fry to Crisp Perfection:6-8 minutes.

Place the roll-ups in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket, leaving at least 1/2 inch between each piece for hot air circulation. Do not overcrowd; work in batches if necessary.

Air fry at 380°F for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through at the 4-minute mark, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling at the ends.

6.Rest and Serve:2 minutes.

Remove the pizza roll-ups carefully with silicone tongs. Let them cool on a rack or plate for 2 minutes—the melted cheese inside will be extremely hot! Serve warm alongside a bowl of extra warm marinara or ranch dressing.

Pro-Tips for Perfect Results

Avoid Leaking Cheese: Use whole low-moisture string cheese rather than fresh mozzarella. Fresh mozzarella contains too much water, which turns steam into excess pressure and bursts open the roll-ups.

Don’t Over-Fill: It is tempting to add extra sauce inside, but too much sauce makes the crust soggy and causes leaks. Keep most of the sauce for dipping!
Crispiness Upgrade: For maximum crunch, use thin egg roll wrappers or standard flour tortillas. Brush lightly with oil rather than heavy butter if you prefer a shatteringly crisp texture.
Variations to Try:
- Veggie Delight: Swap pepperoni for finely diced bell peppers, red onions, and sliced black olives.
- Meat Lovers: Add cooked crumbled sausage, bacon bits, and mini pepperoni.
- Four Cheese: Combine mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, and parmesan sticks.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating Instructions

Leftover Storage

Store leftover pizza roll-ups in an airtight container lined with a paper towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezing Ahead

Assemble the roll-ups completely, but do not air fry them. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe zip-top bag for up to 2 months. Cook directly from frozen at 370°F for 8–10 minutes.

Reheating

Never microwave leftover roll-ups if you want to preserve their crunch. Pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed through and crisp again.

Complete Nutritional Breakdown

Calculated per serving (2 Roll-Ups per serving, 4 total servings per recipe).

Nutrient	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	345 kcal	17%
Total Fat	18.5 g	24%
Saturated Fat	8.2 g	41%
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—
Cholesterol	42 mg	14%
Sodium	780 mg	34%
Total Carbohydrates	28 g	10%
Dietary Fiber	2.1 g	8%
Total Sugars	3.2 g	—
Protein	16.8 g	34%
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium	310 mg	24%
Iron	1.8 mg	10%
Potassium	190 mg	4%