Easy Mini Pizza Eggrolls (Cheesy, Crispy, and Ridiculously Addictive)
If you’re looking for the easiest, most crowd-pleasing appetizer ever, you just found it. These Mini Pizza Egg Rolls are cheesy, crispy, and so ridiculously addictive that I’m warning you right now: make a double batch. Seriously. They disappear faster than you can say “can I have another one?”
The best part? They only require five basic ingredients (plus some avocado oil spray), cost maybe $10 total, and take less time to make than ordering actual pizza delivery. We’re talking crispy wonton wrappers stuffed with gooey mozzarella, tangy homemade pizza sauce, and pepperoni, all air fried to golden perfection. It’s everything you love about pizza but in the most fun, handheld, dippable form imaginable.
The Wonton Wrapper Hack You Need to Know
Here’s the secret that makes these so genius: wonton wrappers. I know, I know — you’re probably thinking, “Aren’t we making egg rolls? Shouldn’t we use egg roll wrappers?” And yes, technically. But hear me out. Wonton wrappers are thinner and crispier when cooked, which means you get this insanely satisfying crunch that’s almost impossible to achieve with traditional egg roll wrappers.
Plus, they’re smaller, which makes them perfect for these mini pizza egg rolls. They’re just the right size for a couple bites — not too big, not too small. Goldilocks would approve. And because they’re thinner, they crisp up beautifully in the air fryer and get extra golden on the outside while the cheese inside gets all melty and gooey.
You can find wonton wrappers in pretty much any grocery store, usually in the produce section near the tofu. They’re super cheap (like $3 for a whole pack), and you can use the leftovers for actual wontons, dumplings, or more pizza egg rolls because trust me, you’ll want to make these again.
Fun Egg Roll Fact: Despite the name, most egg rolls don’t actually contain eggs in the filling! The name comes from the egg that’s traditionally used in the wrapper dough. The egg roll as we know it was likely invented in New York City’s Chinatown in the 1920s-1930s. A chef named Lum Fong is often credited with creating them at his restaurant, where his lobster egg roll became famous. The modern American egg roll is actually quite different from traditional Chinese spring rolls — it’s a unique Chinese-American creation!
Homemade Pizza Sauce: Not Optional
Okay, I’m about to get on my soapbox again about homemade pizza sauce. I know you might have a jar in your pantry and you’re thinking, “Can’t I just use that?” And technically, yes. But you really, really shouldn’t. Homemade pizza sauce is SO much better and takes literally five minutes to make. It’s fresh, it’s tangy, it doesn’t have that weird metallic jarred taste, and you can control exactly how seasoned you want it.
My pizza sauce recipe (which I shared in my puff pastry pizza post if you want the full version) uses crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, tomato paste, and a blend of oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, black pepper, and a touch of sugar. It’s perfect for these egg rolls because it’s thick enough not to make the wrappers soggy, but still has that bright, tomatoey flavor that makes pizza sauce so irresistible.
You’ll have leftover sauce, which you can freeze for next time or use on actual pizza, pasta, or literally anything else. I’ve been known to use it as a dipping sauce for breadsticks, a base for shakshuka, or just eat it with a spoon because I have no shame.
The Mozzarella Stick Genius Move
Here’s where this recipe gets really smart: instead of shredding mozzarella or trying to stuff loose cheese into wonton wrappers (which would be a nightmare), we’re using mozzarella sticks cut into thirds. This is such a game-changer that I can’t believe I didn’t think of it sooner.
Mozzarella sticks are already the perfect size and shape for these mini egg rolls. When you cut them into thirds, each piece is just the right amount of cheese — not so much that it oozes out everywhere when you cook them, but enough that you get that glorious cheese pull when you bite into them. Plus, they’re pre-portioned, which makes assembly super fast.
You can use the cheap store-brand mozzarella sticks for this. Don’t waste your fancy cheese on air frying — save that for a cheese board. The regular mozzarella sticks work perfectly and they’re usually on sale somewhere.
Fun Fact About Pizza: Americans eat approximately 350 slices of pizza per second. That’s over 3 billion pizzas a year! Pizza became massively popular in the U.S. thanks to World War II soldiers who fell in love with it while stationed in Italy and brought their cravings back home. Before that, it was mostly just enjoyed by Italian immigrants. Now it’s basically a food group.
The Air Fryer Makes These SO Easy
Can we talk about how perfect the air fryer is for these egg rolls? I used to think air fryers were just trendy kitchen gadgets, but they’re genuinely amazing for recipes like this. You get all that crispy, golden perfection without dealing with hot oil, splatter, or the cleanup that comes with deep frying.
The air fryer circulates hot air around the egg rolls, crisping them up evenly on all sides. A light spray of avocado oil is all you need to get them golden and crunchy. No standing over a pot of bubbling oil, no worrying about temperature control, no greasy cleanup. Just pop them in, set the timer, and you’re done.
Plus, they come out lighter and less greasy than traditional fried egg rolls, which means you can easily eat twice as many. Is that a good thing? Maybe not for your self-control, but definitely good for your taste buds.
Assembly Is Half the Fun
Making these is honestly kind of therapeutic. You lay out your wonton wrapper, add a small spoonful of pizza sauce, place a piece of mozzarella stick and a couple pepperoni slices on top, and then roll it up like a tiny burrito. The egg wash seals everything together so nothing falls apart in the air fryer.
The key is not to overfill them. I know it’s tempting to cram in as much cheese and pepperoni as possible, but trust me — less is more here. You want to be able to seal them properly so all that melty cheese goodness stays inside where it belongs. A little restraint during assembly means perfect, crispy, non-exploded egg rolls when they come out of the air fryer.
I like to set up a little assembly line: wonton wrappers on one side, bowl of sauce, cut-up mozzarella sticks, pepperoni slices, and the egg wash with a pastry brush. Then I just work through them in batches. You can even get kids involved in this part — they love it.
The Air Fryer Process
Air frying these is incredibly straightforward. You arrange them in a single layer in your air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd them or they won’t crisp up properly), give them a good spray with avocado oil on all sides, and then let the air fryer work its magic.
They take about 4-8 minutes at 375°F, and I flip them halfway through to make sure they get crispy on both sides, but be careful the seam is still sealed. You want them to be a deep golden brown color — that’s when you know the wrapper is properly crispy and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
The best part? You can do multiple batches really quickly since the air fryer stays hot. And while one batch is cooking, you can be assembling the next batch. It’s an efficient little system that makes cranking out a ton of these super easy.
Dipping Sauce Game Strong
While these are incredible on their own, they’re even better with dipping sauces. The obvious choice is marinara or extra pizza sauce (hello, more of that homemade goodness), but don’t sleep on other options. Ranch is always a crowd-pleaser. Garlic aioli is fancy and delicious. Some people even like to dip them in hot honey for a sweet-and-savory situation.
My personal favorite is warming up some extra pizza sauce with a little bit of butter whisked in. It makes it extra rich and gives you that restaurant-quality dipping sauce vibe. But honestly, these are so flavorful on their own that you could skip the dipping sauce entirely and still be happy.
Perfect for Literally Everything
Game day? These are perfect. Party appetizer? Absolutely. After-school snack? Your kids will lose their minds. Late-night craving? They come together so fast that you can satisfy that pizza urge in like 15 minutes flat.
They’re also great for meal prep if you want to get ahead. You can assemble them completely, place them on a baking sheet in a single layer, and freeze them. Once they’re frozen solid, transfer them to a freezer bag. Then when you want them, you can air fry them straight from frozen — just add an extra 2-3 minutes to the cooking time.
I’ve brought these to so many gatherings and they’re always the first thing to disappear. People cannot resist them. There’s something about the combination of crispy wrapper, melty cheese, and pizza flavors that just hits different. Plus, they’re fun to eat. Everything is better in handheld form.
Why These Work So Well
The genius of these mini pizza egg rolls is that they give you all the satisfaction of pizza and egg rolls at the same time. You get that crispy exterior that egg rolls are known for, plus all the classic pizza flavors we love. It’s the best of both worlds, and it’s so much more interesting than just ordering regular pizza or regular egg rolls.
The wonton wrappers crisp up beautifully in the air fryer and provide this delicate, shattery crunch. The mozzarella gets stretchy and gooey inside. The pepperoni adds that salty, slightly spicy kick. And the pizza sauce ties it all together with that bright, tangy, herby flavor that makes you think “yes, this is definitely pizza.”
They’re also just really fun to make. There’s something satisfying about creating these perfect little packages and watching them transform in the air fryer into golden, crispy perfection. It’s simple enough that you don’t need to be an experienced cook, but impressive enough that people will think you’re some kind of culinary wizard.
And let’s be real — the air fryer makes this whole process so much easier and less intimidating than deep frying. No scary hot oil, no grease splatters, no complicated temperature monitoring. Just easy, crispy, delicious results every single time.
Easy Airfryer Mini Pizza Egg Rolls
Ingredients
- Wonton wrappers
- Mozzarella sticks cut into thirds
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Homemade pizza sauce
- Pepperoni slices
- Avocado Oil Spray
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Cut your mozzarella sticks into thirds so each piece is about 1-1.5 inches long. Beat the egg in a small bowl and set aside. Get your pizza sauce and pepperoni ready. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for holding the assembled egg rolls before air frying.
- Set up your assembly station: Lay out your wonton wrappers and have your sauce, mozzarella pieces, pepperoni, and egg wash all within easy reach.
- Fill the wonton wrappers: Place one wonton wrapper on a clean surface so it looks like a diamond (one corner pointing toward you). Add about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce to the center. Place one piece of cut mozzarella stick on top of the sauce, then add 2-3 pepperoni slices.
- Roll them up: Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold in the left and right corners toward the center. Roll tightly toward the top corner, like you’re making a tiny burrito. Use your finger or a brush to brush a little egg wash on the top corner to seal it closed. Place seam-side down on your prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Preheat your air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F for about 3-5 minutes.
- Spray with oil: Arrange the egg rolls in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure they’re not touching or overlapping. Spray all sides generously with avocado oil spray. This is what helps them get golden and crispy!
- Air fry: Air fry at 375°F for 4-8 minutes, flipping them halfway through (around the 4-5 minute mark) and giving them another spray of avocado oil on the other side. They’re done when they’re deep golden brown and crispy all over.
- Work in batches: If all your egg rolls don’t fit in one layer, work in batches. The air fryer stays hot, so subsequent batches usually cook a tiny bit faster.
- Serve immediately: These are best enjoyed hot and fresh! Serve with extra pizza sauce, marinara, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce. Watch them disappear in seconds.
Homemade Pizza Sauce
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Ingredients
- 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can tomato puree
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ tablespoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- In a pot over medium-low heat, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, and tomato paste. Add the oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir everything together until well combined, and bring to a slight slow simmer. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
