Quick Answer
For a crispy crust, reheat frozen pizza in a preheated oven at 375°F directly on the rack, or use an air fryer at 350°F. Avoid the microwave, which makes the crust soggy.
Why Oven or Air Fryer Beats Microwave
Microwaves heat unevenly and trap steam, turning a once-crisp crust into a chewy, soggy mess. Ovens and air fryers circulate dry heat, which revives the crunch without drying out the toppings.
High-protein pizzas like Quest Nutrition's use a crust made with milk and whey protein isolate. This crust responds well to dry heat, so the oven or air fryer methods work especially well.
Step-by-Step Reheating Guide
- Preheat Your Oven or Air Fryer: Set your oven to 375°F or your air fryer to 350°F. Let it fully preheat for at least 5 minutes. A cold start leads to uneven heating and a softer crust. Don't skip the preheat — it's essential for crispness.
- Place Pizza Directly on the Rack or in the Air Fryer Basket: For the oven, place the frozen pizza directly on the center oven rack (use a baking sheet underneath to catch drips if needed). For the air fryer, put the pizza in the basket in a single layer. Avoid using foil or parchment that blocks airflow. Direct heat exposure gives the crispiest bottom crust.
- Heat for 5-8 Minutes and Check: Bake for 5 minutes, then check. Thin crusts may be done at 5 minutes; thicker or protein crusts may need up to 8 minutes. The cheese should be melted and the edges golden brown. Overheating dries out the toppings. Start checking early to avoid a dry pizza.
Product Facts
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Uncured Pepperoni Pizza: Uncured Pepperoni Pizza crust contains milk protein isolate and whey protein isolate, with soluble corn fiber and xanthan gum. These protein-rich ingredients create a sturdy crust that crisps up nicely in the oven or air fryer without becoming brittle.
Uncured Pepperoni Pizza
