Reheat pizza in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes. The crust gets crisp again, the cheese melts, and the toppings don’t go soggy the way they do in the microwave.
No preheat needed, no oil needed. Here are the times for every kind of slice.
Times by type of pizza
| Pizza | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thin crust slice | 350°F / 175°C | 3 min |
| Regular / hand-tossed slice | 350°F / 175°C | 3–4 min |
| Thick or pan pizza | 325°F / 160°C | 5–6 min |
| Deep-dish slice | 325°F / 160°C | 6–8 min (cover with foil first 4) |
| Frozen leftover slice | 325°F / 160°C | 7–9 min |
| Cold pizza with lots of toppings | 330°F / 165°C | 5 min |
Leftovers should be heated through to 165°F (74°C) — steaming hot in the middle.
Step by step
- Take the pizza out of the fridge while the kitchen is getting ready — 5 minutes is enough.
- Single layer. Most baskets fit 2 slices. Don’t overlap them.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes.
- Check the bottom. Crisp and the cheese bubbling? Done.
Two small tricks
- Toppings flying around? Light toppings like basil or pepperoni can blow around. Put a metal rack on top, or press them into the cheese.
- Dry crust? Brush the outer crust with a tiny bit of olive oil before reheating.
Use a liner?
Not needed for most pizza — the crust crisps best directly on the basket. For cheesy deep-dish slices, perforated parchment under the slice saves cleanup (with the slice on top, never preheating it empty). Which liner to use.
Store it right
- Refrigerate within 2 hours.
- Wrap slices or use a shallow container.
- Eat within 3–4 days, or freeze slices separated by parchment.
Other leftovers: reheat turkey without drying it out, or check the cooking times chart for everything else. Hungry for something new? Try hash brown egg cups.
FAQ
How long is leftover pizza good for?
Refrigerate it within 2 hours and eat it within 3–4 days, following USDA leftover guidance. Leftovers should be reheated to 165°F (74°C).
Why is my cheese burning before the crust is hot?
The temperature is too high or the slice is too close to the element (a common problem in small air fryers). Drop to 325°F (160°C) and add a minute.
Sources
We check temperatures and safety advice against these official sources. Spotted something wrong? Email hello@shakethebasket.com.
