Air Fryer Savory Pumpkin Ricotta Pizza Recipe
Enjoy a quick and flavorful Air Fryer Savory Pumpkin Ricotta Pizza! This delicious fall-inspired dish features a crispy flatbread topped with creamy ricotta, savory pumpkin puree, Italian sausage, and fresh herbs, delivering a perfect balance of creamy, savory, and aromatic flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Total Time: 14-16 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving (1 flatbread pizza)
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Base
- 1 Naan or Flatbread
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Toppings
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon chives, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) on the air fryer setting to ensure it’s hot and ready for cooking the pizza.
- Prepare Flatbread: Brush olive oil on both sides of the naan or flatbread, then sprinkle garlic powder evenly over the top side to add flavor.
- Add Pumpkin Puree: Evenly spread the pumpkin puree across the top of the flatbread, leaving about a half-inch border free around the edges to mimic a pizza crust.
- Add Ricotta: Place small dollops of ricotta cheese on top of the pumpkin layer for creamy richness.
- Season and Add Herbs: Sprinkle diced chives, salt, and black pepper evenly over the pizza for taste and freshness.
- Add Sausage: Distribute the cooked and crumbled Italian sausage evenly on top to provide a savory protein element.
- Add Fresh Sage: Scatter chopped fresh sage over the pizza to enhance the aroma and add herbal notes.
- Cook in Air Fryer: Place the flatbread carefully into the air fryer basket or oven and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the flatbread turns golden brown and the toppings are heated through.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer, slice using a pizza cutter if desired, plate, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a pizza cutter to easily slice the flatbread into smaller pieces.
- For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top before cooking.
- Leftover flatbread pizza should be stored in the refrigerator and enjoyed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- You can use either fresh pumpkin purée or canned pumpkin depending on availability.
