I’ve been air frying since 2016, back when folks thought it was a gimmick, and this is one of those snacks that proves why it stuck around. If you grew up on pizza rolls, you already know they hit different when they’re crispy on the outside and molten in the middle. The air fryer makes that happen every single time, no soggy spots, no busted seams, just golden crunch and cheesy goodness. Listen, once you make pizza rolls in the air fryer, there’s no going back to the oven.
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Air Fryer Pizza Roll Ingredients
- Olive Oil
- Onions
- Ground Sausage or Beef
- Pepperoni
- Garlic
- Marinara Sauce
- Mozzarelle Cheese
- Italian Seasoning, Salt, and Pepper
- Wonton Wrappers
- Cooking Oil Spray
How to Make and Cook Pizza Rolls in an Air Fryer
Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Place a skillet on medium-high heat with olive oil and onions. Saute until translucent and fragrant.
- Add the sausage and seasoning. Break down the sausage using a meat chopper.
- Add in the marinara, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese. Stir to combine until the cheese has melted.
- Lay wonton wrappers on a flat surface and wet each edge with water using a cooking brush.
- Load ¾ of a tablespoon of filling onto one edge of each wrapper.
- Seal each shut and spray with cooking oil.
- Air fry.
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Air Fryer Pizza Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onions I like to use red onions.
- ½ pound ground sausage
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup pepperoni
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- 64 wonton wrappers The pizza rolls will be double wrapped
- cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Place a skillet on medium-high heat and add the olive oil onions.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Add the sausage, Italian Seasoning, salt and pepper, and break it down using a meat chopper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sausage is no longer pink.
- Add in the garlic, marinara sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella. Reduce heat to medium and allow the mixture to cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Line the wonton wrappers (double wrap the wrappers and use 2 wonton wrappers to prevent the rolls from breaking) on a dry cooking surface. Use water and a cooking brush to wet the 4 edges of each wonton wrapper.
- Load each wrapper with the filling. Focus on loading the filling toward one edge of the wrapper. That will make it easier to seal. I used ¾ of a tablespoon of filling in each.
- Seal the wrapper. I like to seal them to make a rectangle. Use a wet cooking brush to seal the closed edge if needed.
- Spray the rolls with cooking oil spray (both sides) and place them in the air fryer. Do not overcrowd the basket. If you stack the pizza rolls, it may require a longer cook time and each roll may not cook at the same speed. I like to use Air Fryer Parchment Paper to make clean up easier.
- Air fry the rolls for 8 minutes on 370 degrees. Open and flip the rolls. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- I love to dip these in warm marinara sauce.
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Notes
- You may opt use egg roll wrappers instead of wonton wrappers, if you have trouble sealing the wrappers. Every brand of wonton wrappers is different to deal with and handle. If you use egg roll wrappers you will have to adjust your serving size and nutrition facts accordingly using the calculator of your choice.
- Total cook time will vary based on how crisp you want the bites to be. I like for them to be crunchy.
Nutrition (displayed with net carbs)
Frequently Asked Questions and Recipe Pro Tips
I air fry the rolls on 370 degrees.
I like to cook the rolls for 8 minutes and then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Total time will vary based on how crisp you want the bites to be. I like for them to be crunchy.
Pizza rolls blowing out in the air fryer is basically the filling saying, “I tried to warn you.” Don't worry, I learned about this when making my Air Fryer Crab Rangoon. The inside heats fast, pressure builds, and if the dough isn’t sealed right, it splits and you’ve got cheese lava everywhere.
Here’s how to keep them intact:
Seal like you mean it. Press the edges firmly and go back over them with a fork to crimp. If you see gaps, they will open. A tiny dab of water or egg wash helps glue the edges shut.
Don’t overfill. It’s tempting, I know. Too much sauce or cheese creates steam and pressure, which leads to blowouts. Keep the filling modest so they can seal properly.
Light oil spray helps. A quick mist prevents the wrapper from drying and cracking while it cooks.
Don’t overcrowd the basket. They need airflow to cook evenly. Crowding leads to hot spots and bursting.
Single layer only. Crowding traps steam. Leave space so hot air can circulate and dry the surface.
Flip or shake halfway. This prevents one side from sitting in moisture and keeps them evenly crisp.
Rest on a rack, not a plate. If you pile them on a plate, trapped steam softens the bottoms. A wire rack keeps them crisp.
I recommend that if you aren't going to eat the pizza rolls right away, then you freeze them. These cook up wonderfully from frozen, which makes them a great make-ahead snack or side dish.
I reheat frozen pizza rolls in the air fryer on 370 degrees for 4-5 minutes.
Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes
Air Fryer French Fries
Air Fryer Onion Rings
Air Fryer Fried Pickles
Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Air Fryer Jalapeno Peppers
Air Fryer Potato Skins
More Air Fryer Recipes
Air Fryer Sausage
Air Fryer Hamburgers
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Fried Chicken
Air Fryer Tater Tots
You may enjoy dipping these in my Homemade Keto Ranch Dressing.
Lois Hansen says
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staysnatched says
I'm so glad you enjoy it!
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staysnatched says
Wonderful! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Edwina Perry says
These are amazing! This is the first airfryer recipe I have used. I was able to make vegetarian and pepperoni rolls with that this recipe. They are great appetizer for a party.
staysnatched says
I love that idea. I'm glad you enjoyed them.
Alisha says
These are delicious! I subbed turkey Italian sausage and turkey pepperoni and they turned out just fine. Make sure you pay attention on how to roll them so they don’t fall apart. Very easy to make and 10x better than that frozen processed junk.
staysnatched says
Once you get the rolling down they are easy! So glad you enjoyed them.
Maggie says
These were great! So easy to make with your directions. I will definitely make again.
staysnatched says
I'm glad the directions were helpful!
Jess says
Easy, delicious, what more could you ask for! Second recipe I've tried, second 5 star review!
staysnatched says
yay! I'm so glad you enjoyed them.
Cara says
These are amazing. My kids had seconds, and thirds....and fourths. They taste way better than the freezer ones and I love that I can add in clean ingredients and fresh veggies. Knocked it out of the park again!
staysnatched says
haha love it! I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
Coby says
We had these last night for dinner, and they were a big hit! We are a pizza loving family - I make it once a week, and it was fun to mix it up with these pizza rolls. I doubled the filling ingredients and used eggroll wrappers to feed my always-hungry teenage boys, added a salad on the side, and bam! It was a full meal! Great recipe!
staysnatched says
Yay! I'm glad you enjoyed them.
Kimberly says
Fantastic Recipe! These rolls were crunchy and flavorful. I loved that they left me feeling full after having a few. Once you make these you will never go back!
staysnatched says
Yay! I love to hear it.
Alexa says
Easy, fun, and a crowd pleaser! Appreciate the notes on how to freeze and reheat these as well. Nothing from Stay Snatched goes to waste in this house!
staysnatched says
haha! I love to hear that.
K. Sam says
Got the hang of wrapping at the end... LOL! This recipe is AWESOME! So glad they can be frozen to enjoy later. Thanks 😊
staysnatched says
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed them!
Brooke says
Another easy recipe! Had great flavor and they were a hit for the whole family!
staysnatched says
I'm glad to hear it!
Beejal says
I have a totinos addiction and cut them out sometime back. These are everrryyyyything! My mom even couldn't stop raving about them. So easy and so good. They will be on the menu again next weekend for the Super Bowl!
staysnatched says
Perfect for the Super Bowl.
Mo says
These were so easy to make and delicious!
staysnatched says
I'm glad to hear they were easy!
K. Phillips says
These are perfect for summer camp lunches when the kids get tired of sandwiches. The instructions were clear enough that the kids made them themselves (with supervision, of course). They loved it!
staysnatched says
So glad to hear it!