Easy Air Fryer Garlic Bread

A delightful air fryer recipe that transforms a simple loaf of bread into a crispy, aromatic garlic bread, perfect as a side dish for pasta or soups.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 7

Total Time 17

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

1/2 loaf loaf of bread (like French bread or Italian pane) Choose a fresh loaf that has a crispy crust.
3 tablespoons butter (softened) Creamy butter melds beautifully with the garlic.
3 cloves garlic (minced) Freshly minced garlic packs a robust flavor.
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning Aromatic blend complements the garlic.
1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional for a bit of heat.
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Adds a gooey texture when melted.
to taste Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Adds a nutty flavor.
as needed Parsley for serving/topping For garnish.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
Cut the loaf of bread in half or into suitable sizes for the air fryer.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, and mix thoroughly.
Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the bread.

Cooking

Place the garlic bread halves in the air fryer basket, ensuring they sit side by side without overlapping.
Air fry for 6 to 7 minutes. If adding cheese, sprinkle it over the bread with 1 to 2 minutes of cooking time left.

Serving

Remove the garlic bread from the air fryer, slice into pieces, and serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

Store garlic bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for longer storage. For a crispier crust, air fry for an extra minute.