How To Reheat Pizza

Knowing how to reheat pizza best makes all the difference in just how good your leftover pizza is the next day! Check out all of my methods for oven reheating, stovetop reheating using a skillet, toaster oven, and air fryer. I've even included how to make microwave reheating actually work!

Best Methods For Reheating Pizza

There is truly nothing more satisfying than the feeling you get when taking the first bite of a freshly-baked pizza. Oh so delicious! But how do you get your leftovers to taste just as good as the first day?

This ultimate guide covers the best reheating methods that will revive your leftover pizza so that none goes to waste! Whether you use your oven, air fryer, toaster oven, stovetop, or microwave, each method is easy to follow.

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• Best Methods For Reheating Pizza
• How To Reheat Pizza In The Oven
• Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 1
• Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 2
• Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 3
• How To Reheat Pizza On The Stove Top
• How To Reheat Pizza In A Toaster Oven
• How To Reheat Pizza In An Air Fryer
• Reheating Pizza In A Microwave
• Best Methods For Reheating Pizza
• Tips For Reheating Pizza
• 🍕 Great Pizza Recipes To Try
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Reviews

How To Reheat Pizza In The Oven

The oven is my favorite way to reheat pizza, and I personally think it yields the best results. However, the toaster oven and air fryer work well too, and are quicker options.

Here are three different oven methods for reheating pizza:

Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 1

This first oven reheating method results in the best all-around pizza on day two. If you love a super-crispy crust, check out my husband's fave method (oven method #3) below!

1. Prepare. Place your leftover pizza on an aluminum foil-covered baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven, then set the temperature to 275°F (135°C/ Gas Mark 1).
2. Heat. Allow your pizza to slow cook (through the preheating time) in the oven for about 20-25 minutes.
3. Serve. Remove from the oven when fully reheated and serve.

*The bottom rack will ensure the crust of the pizza is getting crispy while the top isn’t getting overcooked.

Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 2

This oven method works exceptionally well as a reheating option and results in delightfully cheesy pizza. Your leftovers aren't in the oven very long either, just long enough to whip up a simple side salad for dinner!

1. Preheat. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C/Gas Mark 4).
2. Heat. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, then place it into your preheated oven.
3. Add pizza. Once your baking sheet is fully heated, carefully remove it from your oven, then place your leftover pizza on top.
4. Heat. Return the baking sheet with your pizza to the oven and heat for about 8-10 minutes.

Keep checking the pizza every few minutes to make sure it isn’t burning.

Reheating Pizza in the Oven: Method 3

If you’re not the biggest fan of the aluminum foil method, try just using a hot tray (baking sheet or pizza stone). Using this method to reheat your pizza requires you to follow similar instructions to those above, but it will yield a crispier crust.

Plus, it's a pretty easy way to still get amazingly delicious leftovers!

1. Preheat. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C/Gas Mark 8). Place your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven by itself while the oven is preheating.
2. Add pizza. Once your oven is fully preheated, you can place your pizza onto the hot tray in the center of the oven on the middle rack.
3. Heat. Let your pizza bake in the oven for only about 5 minutes. *Your pizza is going to cook really fast at this temperature!
4. Cool. Now that your pizza is fully cooked set it out for a few minutes and allow it to cool slightly before digging in.

*Be very careful when you’re taking the hot tray in and out of the oven so you don’t accidentally burn yourself.

How To Reheat Pizza On The Stove Top

If you’re not really a fan of the crispy results produced by the oven methods above, you can use a pan on the stovetop to reheat your pizza. There are a lot of pizza enthusiasts who say this skillet reheating method truly works!

1. Prepare. Grab your favorite non-stick frying pan or skillet.
2. Heat. Turn the stove to medium-low heat. Allow your pizza to heat for a couple of minutes or until the bottom of the slice is a nice, golden brown.
3. Sprinkle. Place your fingers under the faucet and allow a slight amount of water to run over them. Then, sprinkle a few drops into the pan and watch it instantly sizzle. *This sizzling may cause some water to pop from the pan so make sure you aren’t standing too close to the stove.
4. Cover. Cover your pan. This lets the water add some much-needed moisture to the cheese while the pizza is warming up.
5. Enjoy. After you’ve done this, cook your pizza on low for another minute and then it will be ready to enjoy.

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How To Reheat Pizza In A Toaster Oven

Put your toaster oven to work with those leftover slices! It's a quick and easy way to get gooey cheese and a crisp crust!

1. Prepare. Preheat your toaster oven to 350°F (175°C/Gas Mark 4).
2. Heat. Place your leftover slices of pizza in your toaster oven and use the medium heat cycle for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is nice and melted.
3. Serve. Remove from the toaster oven and enjoy!

How To Reheat Pizza In An Air Fryer

This could quite possibly be one of the easiest ever methods, and it might just become your favorite if you have an air fryer on hand!

1. Preheat. Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C/Gas Mark 3) for thin-crust pizza or 350°F (175°C/Gas Mark 4) for regular and thick-crust pizzas.
2. Prepare. Place a slice or two into the air fryer basket or onto the trays, making sure that there is some spacing between the slices.
3. Heat. Heat for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the slice is warmed to your satisfaction. *If you don't preheat the air fryer, the cooking time may be longer.

Reheating Pizza In A Microwave

Ok, last reheating method...and I'm still dubious about it! According to Domino's Australia, you CAN reheat pizza in the microwave and still get good results.

1. Add water. Place a glass of water in the microwave when you reheat a single pizza slice (or two).
2. Cook. Reheat for 30 seconds on high power or until the pizza is heated to your liking.

I suggest playing with the power setting and timing, as a single slice usually needs at least a minute.

Best Methods For Reheating Pizza

There are many options to reheat your leftover pizza. Your best bet is to utilize your oven, but you certainly have a couple of other options if that doesn’t create the type of crust you’re after!

Tips For Reheating Pizza

• Allow the pizza to come closer to room temperature before reheating. This helps the pizza heat more evenly and prevents the crust from becoming too tough.
• If your pizza is drying out too much during the reheating process, try a spritz of water or keep it covered with aluminum foil during the reheating process.
• Keep an eye on the pizza to avoid overcooking during any of the reheating methods used above. The goal is to warm it up, not cook it further.
• Microwaving for too long can lead to uneven heating and a rubbery texture. It's better to use shorter bursts of microwave time and check the pizza's progress frequently.
• You can enhance the flavor of your reheated pizza by adding some dried herbs, red pepper flakes, or a sprinkle of garlic powder before reheating.

Now that you have my best methods for reheating pizza, which one are you excited to try? Make sure to leave me a comment down below if you have any questions or to let me know how your reheated pizza turns out!

🍕 Great Pizza Recipes To Try

• Garlic Pizza - This recipe uses a simple dough that's topped with herb-roasted garlic butter and four types of cheese!
• Anchovy Pizza - A fast and flavorful pizza featuring salty anchovies, savory pizza sauce, red onion, and kalamata olives!
• Chicken Parmesan Pizza - This pizza is a fun way to turn your leftover chicken Parmesan into a tasty dinner!
• Tortilla Pizza - An easy and healthier pizza recipe that can be easily customized with any of your favorite pizza toppings!
• Stuffed Pizza Roll-Ups - These easy stuffed pizza roll-ups are a crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion!
• Pizza Rolls In The Air Fryer - If you're looking for a tasty snack that you can prepare in a flash, these air fryer pizza rolls are just the thing!

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