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Kid-Friendly Pizza Rolls in the Air Fryer

Soft pizza rolls – a kid-friendly lunchbox favorite in 20 minutes

Are you also looking for inspiration for your kids' lunchbox? Pizza rolls are always a hit and can be made with many different fillings.

May 30, 2026
Rating: 4.50
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Pizza rolls in the air fryer are a fantastic, kid-friendly choice that’s easy to adapt to personal preferences and nutritional needs. They’re easy to eat, which makes them perfect for the lunchbox and various meals. I’ve used them myself for all my children’s birthday parties. Partly because it’s easy, and partly because they’re kid-friendly, since it’s usually something all children like.

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I recommend this fresh lemonade with our pizza rolls

For kid-friendly dishes like pizza rolls, a good lemonade is always a hit. The fresh citrus cuts nicely through the richness of the cheese and gives the children a delicious thirst quencher with their food. I can warmly recommend Lemon and Lime lemonade by Tuxen Brewing Co – it’s organic and has a lovely natural taste without being too sweet.

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Tips for kid-friendly pizza rolls in the air fryer for the lunchbox

  • Cold or Warm:Pizza rolls in the air fryer can be enjoyed both cold and warm. If your child prefers them warm, you can heat them in the morning and pack them in a thermos container to keep them warm until lunch.
  • Healthy Sides:Combine them with healthier sides such as sliced fruit, vegetable sticks, a small box of hummus or a yogurt to create a more nutritionally balanced lunchbox.
  • Dips and Side Spreads:Include a small container of tomato sauce, pesto or a mild cheese cream as a dip to add extra flavor.
  • Make a Salad Wrap:Pack a small salad with leafy greens, and let your child make a mini salad wrap by placing a pizza roll inside a lettuce leaf. It’s fun and different!
  • Keep Them Fresh:To keep the rolls fresh and prevent them from getting soggy, wrap them in baking paper or in an airtight container.
  • Variations:Consider varying the filling in the pizza rolls from week to week to keep the lunchbox exciting. Try different types of cheese, meat or even vegetarian versions with vegetables.

Recipe

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Kid-Friendly Pizza Pinwheels in the Air Fryer

Morten Jensen
These pizza pinwheels are perfect as a fun, kid-friendly snack, a packed lunch, or as a main course. You can also customise them with different fillings to taste, such as vegetables or various types of cheese and meat. Enjoy!
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Prep time 10 minutes
Cook time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Shelf life Store covered in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
Can be frozen Can be frozen for up to 3 months; reheat straight from frozen in the air fryer without thawing.
Reheating Reheat the pizza pinwheels in the air fryer at 160°C for 2-3 minutes so they turn crispy and warm again.
Course Hovedret, Pizza
Cuisine Italiensk
Servings 4 pcs
Calories 92

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$ 8

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Recommended equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Brush

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Ingredients

  • 1 pcs pizza dough
     
  • 100 g grated mozzarella cheese
     
  • 50 g ham strips
     
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
     
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
     
  • 1 tsp olive oil
     
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 bunch fresh basil (optional)
     
  • 1 pinch sugar
     

How to make it

  • Prepare the Dough:
    Roll out the pizza dough on a cutting board. Spread the tomato purée evenly over the dough using a knife or an offset spatula.
  • Add the Filling:
    Sprinkle grated mozzarella, ham strips and dried oregano over the dough. Add a small pinch of salt for extra flavour.
  • Roll the Dough:
    Starting from the long side, roll the dough up tightly into a long log.
  • Cut the Pinwheels:
    Cut the roll into slices about 2 cm thick. You should end up with around 12-16 pinwheels.
  • Air Fryer Prep:
    Lightly brush the bottom of the air fryer basket with olive oil to stop the pinwheels from sticking.
  • Cook the Pinwheels:
    Place the pinwheels in the air fryer with a little space between them. You may need to cook them in several batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
  • Cooking:
    Cook the pinwheels in the air fryer at 180°C for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
  • Serving:
    Let the pinwheels cool for a couple of minutes, and garnish with fresh basil before serving, if you like.

Our notes for the recipe

Serving suggestions

  1. As Part of a Brunch: Serve the pizza pinwheels alongside fruit, yoghurt or a light salad for a balanced brunch.
  2. As a Side for Soup or Salad: They are perfect as a side for a light soup or a fresh green salad for a more substantial meal.
  3. As Part of a Tapas or Snack Spread: Pizza pinwheels can be part of a larger snack spread with various small bites such as olives, cheese, vegetable sticks and dips.
  4. As Part of a Dinner: They can be served as a fun, kid-friendly side with simple dishes such as pasta, grilled vegetables or a mild chicken dish.

Nutrition per serving (Guideline)

Nutrition information
Kid-Friendly Pizza Pinwheels in the Air Fryer
Amount per serving
Calories
92
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated fat
 
0.2
g
Monounsaturated fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
26
mg
9
%
Sodium
 
374
mg
16
%
Potassium
 
28
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
1
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
194
IU
4
%
Vitamin B1
 
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B2
 
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
 
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B5
 
0.04
mg
0
%
Vitamin B6
 
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B12
 
1
µg
17
%
Vitamin C
 
0.2
mg
0
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Vitamin E
 
0.2
mg
1
%
Vitamin K
 
3
µg
3
%
Calcium
 
131
mg
13
%
Iron
 
0.3
mg
2
%
Magnesium
 
6
mg
2
%
Phosphorus
 
89
mg
9
%
Selenium
 
4
µg
6
%
Zinc
 
1
mg
7
%
Net carbohydrates
 
1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Important about shelf life and nutrition

Nutrition per serving (guideline): Calculations are based on data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Shelf life (guideline): Shelf life data is provided, as far as possible, by public institutions, including national food authorities. Our information is therefore only indicative, and it is your responsibility to obtain and calculate accurate information about shelf life and nutrition for all recipes on airfryerkogebogen.dk

Søgeord Børnevenlig, Hurtigt måltid, Packed lunch, Snack

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