Air Fryer Garlic Bread (Print Version)
Crisp, buttery garlic bread in minutes using an air fryer. Pairs with favorite mains for easy Italian-inspired meals.
# Components:
→ Bread & Spread
01 - 1 small French baguette or 1/2 loaf Italian bread
02 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Slice the bread in half lengthwise, then cut into 4- to 6-inch pieces sized to fit your air fryer basket.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, thoroughly combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt. Mix in Parmesan if using.
03 - Spread the garlic butter mixture generously across the cut sides of each bread piece.
04 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Place prepared bread buttered-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and butter is bubbly.
06 - Serve hot. Garnish with additional parsley or extra grated cheese if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick to prepare with just five minutes of prep needed
- No need to heat up the oven perfect for busy nights or summer days
- Uses everyday ingredients you probably already have on hand
- Customizable for dairy free or extra cheesy versions
02 -
- Naturally vegetarian and easy to make dairy free
- Crust turns out crisp while the middle stays buttery and soft every time
- Only takes 11 minutes start to finish from pantry to table
03 -
- If you want the deepest flavor blend the garlic and butter at least 30 minutes before using to let the flavors infuse
- Lining the basket with parchment made for air fryers will help with clean up especially if your bread is extra airy
- And remember always check your air fryer a minute early some models run hotter than others