How to reheat leftover pizza? The most popular methods on the Internet revealed
In the past 10 days, "How to reheat leftover pizza" has become a hot topic on social platforms, with many netizens sharing their own reheating tips. This article will combine hot discussions on the Internet to sort out the most practical pizza heating methods for you.
1. Ranking of popular pizza heating methods on the Internet

| Ranking | Heating method | support rate | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pan heating | 42% | stay crispy | need to watch fire |
| 2 | oven heating | 35% | Evenly heated | Takes a long time |
| 3 | air fryer | 15% | Quick and easy | May be too dry |
| 4 | microwave oven | 8% | fastest | Easily softened |
2. Detailed analysis of heating methods
1. Pan heating method (most popular)
Steps:
1) Preheat a pan over medium heat
2) Add pizza slices
3) Cover and heat for 2-3 minutes
4) Check the crispiness of the bottom
Netizens commented: "This method keeps the bottom of the pizza crispy and the cheese on top melts perfectly."
2. Oven heating method (professional recommendation)
Steps:
1) Preheat oven to 175°C
2) Line a baking sheet with tin foil and place pizza on it
3) Heat for 5-8 minutes
4) Observe the degree of cheese melting
Professional chefs recommend: "The oven can restore the taste close to freshly baked, and it is the heating method closest to the original flavor."
3. Air fryer heating method (new internet celebrity)
Steps:
1) Preheat at 160°C for 3 minutes
2) Add pizza slices
3) Heat for 3-5 minutes
A Xiaohongshu user shared: "The air fryer heats up quickly and maintains a certain degree of crispiness, making it especially suitable for office workers."
4. Microwave heating method (quick choice)
Steps:
1) Place the pizza on a microwave-safe plate
2) Put a glass of water next to it
3) Heat on medium-high heat for 30 seconds
4) Check the heating level
Lifestyle experts remind: "Putting a water cup can prevent the pizza from drying out. Although it is not as crispy as other methods, it is the fastest."
3. Heating Tips
| question | solution |
|---|---|
| Pizza becomes dry | Cover/spray a small amount of water while heating |
| Cheese doesn't melt | Extend heating time or increase temperature |
| The bottom is very hard | Reduce heating temperature |
| Uneven heating | Turn over or adjust position midway |
4. Netizens’ creative heating methods
1.Sandwich maker heating method: Fold the pizza in half and put it into the sandwich maker to get crispy pizza rolls
2.Steamer heating method: Suitable for diners who like soft and waxy texture
3.Outdoor barbecue method: Heat on grill to add smoky flavor
5. Expert advice
1. Pizzas with different toppings may need to adjust the heating time
2. Thick-crust pizza is suitable for the oven, thin-crust pizza is suitable for the pan
3. Sprinkle a little olive oil before heating to enhance the flavor.
4. Leftover pizza is best consumed within 24 hours
Through the above methods, you can choose the most suitable heating method according to your equipment conditions and time schedule to give leftover pizza a new lease of life. Remember to try different methods to find your favorite texture!
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