Low-Carb Air Fryer Pizza Bowls

Name: Low-Carb Air Fryer Pizza Bowls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar-free pizza sauce; 3/4 cup ground beef, cooked and crumbled; 1/2 cup pepperoni slices; 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 3 tbsp sliced black olives; 3 tbsp sliced pickled jalapeños; 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; Italian seasoning, to taste; Garlic powder, to taste

Low-carb air fryer pizza bowls are customizable layered bowls filled with seasoned ground beef, pepperoni, bacon, and melted mozzarella cheese. They cook in minutes in an air fryer, making them ideal for quick keto-friendly weeknight dinners.

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Total

15 min

Servings

3

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar-free pizza sauce
3/4 cup ground beef, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup pepperoni slices
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
3 tbsp sliced black olivesoptional
3 tbsp sliced pickled jalapeñosoptional
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbledoptional
Italian seasoning, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste

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Instructions

1
Set up all your toppings buffet-style for easy assembly.
2
Spread a layer of sugar-free pizza sauce on the bottom of each disposable foil pan. This helps prevent sticking.
3
Begin layering your toppings. Start with a layer of cooked ground beef.
4
Add a layer of pepperoni, followed by a layer of shredded cheese.
5
Add sliced black olives, jalapeños, and crumbled bacon.
6
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
7
Repeat the layers of meat, toppings, and cheese until the pan is full, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
8
Cover each pan tightly with aluminum foil.
9
Place the foil-covered pans in the air fryer basket.
10
Cook at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until everything is heated through and bubbly.
11
For the last few minutes of cooking, remove the foil to allow the cheese on top to brown.
12
Carefully remove the pizza bowls from the air fryer and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Layer ingredients in order (sauce, meat, cheese) to prevent toppings from falling and ensure even melting.
Don't skip patting pepperoni and jalapeños dry; excess moisture can prevent crispy edges and cause sogginess.
Check the bowls at 8 minutes—air fryers vary; cheese should be fully melted and edges slightly browned.
Use oven-safe bowls or ramekins if your air fryer basket doesn't have dividers; this keeps each bowl contained and stackable.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground Italian sausage or ground turkey (sausage adds more flavor; turkey reduces fat slightly)
Pepperoni slices → cooked diced ham or salami (ham is leaner; salami adds more seasoning)
Mozzarella → cheddar or Italian blend cheese (cheddar browns faster; blend adds complexity)
Black olives → sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers (adds acidity and sweetness respectively)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes until cheese re-melts.

Equipment

air fryer · oven-safe bowls or ramekins (optional, for containment)

Common Questions

Can I make these pizza bowls ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the bowls (without cooking) up to 4 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Add 1–2 minutes to the air fryer cooking time if starting from cold.