Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread
Enjoy crispy, buttery Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread topped with gooey mozzarella and fragrant garlic butter. Ready in under 15 minutes, this easy recipe makes the perfect side or snack, paired with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Italian bread or French baguette Italian preferred for fluffier texture
- 1 cup 2 sticks salted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley optional, for garnish
- Marinara sauce optional, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Bread:
- Slice the Italian bread or French baguette into pieces approximately 2 inches thick. This ensures a sturdy base for the toppings while maintaining a soft interior.
Make the Garlic Butter:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until a smooth, spreadable consistency is achieved.
Assemble the Bread:
- Generously spread the prepared garlic butter mixture over each bread slice. Top each slice with an ample amount of shredded mozzarella cheese. If desired, sprinkle dried parsley for color and added flavor.
Air Fry:
- Arrange the prepared slices in a single layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap.Set the air fryer temperature to 350°F (175°C).Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.Preheating the air fryer is not necessary.
Serve:
- Remove the bread from the air fryer and serve immediately. Accompany with marinara sauce or your preferred dipping sauce for enhanced flavor.
Notes
To make this Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread gluten-free, substitute the Italian bread or French baguette with a gluten-free alternative. Ensure the gluten-free bread is sturdy enough to hold the butter and cheese toppings. All other ingredients in this recipe are naturally gluten-free.