How to Reheat Pizza in an Air Fryer

Reheat pizza in an air fryer for a crisp base and melted cheese, with simple timing for thin- and thick-crust slices.

Quick reference

Thin crust: 350°F; 3–4 minutes Check early
Thick crust: 325°F; 5–7 minutes Lower heat protects cheese
Deep or stuffed crust: 325°F; 7–9 minutes Add time as needed
Frozen pizza slices: Follow package directions Timing varies widely

The basic method

To reheat pizza in an air fryer, place the slices in the basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between them. Set the air fryer to 350°F for thin crust or 325°F for thick crust. There is usually no need to preheat; starting with a cold air fryer helps avoid over-browning while the center warms. Cook until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted.

Remove cardboard, plastic, and wrapping.
Reheat only as many slices as fit without overlapping.
Use a small piece of foil only if your appliance manual allows it.

Timing by crust thickness

Thin slices heat quickly, while thick, pan, and stuffed crusts need more time for the middle to warm. Begin checking at the shorter end of the range because air fryers vary in fan strength and basket size. Add 1-minute intervals rather than turning the temperature up sharply, which can darken the toppings before the crust is hot.

Thin crust: 350°F for 3–4 minutes.
Thick crust: 325°F for 5–7 minutes.
Very thick or stuffed crust: 325°F for 7–9 minutes.

Keep the cheese from scorching

Use a moderate temperature and check the pizza before the crust looks fully browned. If the cheese starts darkening while the center is still cool, loosely cover the slice with a small piece of foil, keeping it secured and away from the heating element. You can also lower the temperature by 25°F and continue in short intervals. Avoid adding oil, which can make the topping greasy.

Place slices cheese-side up.
Lower heat instead of extending high-heat cooking.
Cover only when needed, and never block the appliance’s airflow completely.

How to tell it is hot

The pizza is ready when the cheese is soft and glossy, the toppings are heated through, and the crust feels crisp at the edge but not hard. Lift the slice carefully with tongs or a spatula and check that the underside is warm and lightly browned. If the center is still cool, return it for another minute. Thick slices may need a longer rest before serving so the heat can even out.

Look for bubbling or fully melted cheese.
Check the center, not just the edge.
Serve promptly for the best texture.

Storage and reheating notes

Use refrigerated pizza within 3–4 days and discard it if it sat at room temperature for more than 2 hours, or more than 1 hour in temperatures above 90°F. For a large batch, reheat in rounds rather than stacking slices. If a slice contains substantial meat or poultry toppings, make sure the center reaches 165°F for safe reheating.

Keep leftover pizza covered in the refrigerator.
Do not overlap slices in the basket.
Let the air fryer cool before cleaning away drips.