Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread
Air fryer garlic cheese bread is a quick, cheesy, and garlicky side dish that comes together in under 15 minutes. Crispy on the outside, soft inside, and loaded with flavor, it pairs perfectly with pasta, soup, or salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread or Italian loaf
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise.
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese generously over the top.
- Place the bread halves in the air fryer basket (cut to fit if needed).
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden.
- Garnish with parsley if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and texture.Check the bread at 5 minutes, as air fryer models vary.Assemble ahead and refrigerate; cook just before serving.For freezer prep, assemble and freeze before cooking. Air fry from frozen with 2–3 extra minutes.Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in air fryer to keep crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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