Air Fryer Garlic Bread Recipe
Crispy breaded ziti filled with creamy cheese and air fried until golden. An easy copycat appetizer for parties, snack boards, or family movie night.
Quick Facts
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
Total Time: 11–13 minutes
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 slices garlic bread
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Ingredients
4 thick slices Italian bread, French bread, or rustic loaf
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper.
3. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each slice of bread, all the way to the edges.
4. Place the slices in the air fryer basket in one single layer. Do not overcrowd.
5. Air fry for 6–8 minutes until the tops are golden and the edges are crisp. Start checking at 5 minutes because air fryers vary.
6. Remove carefully, let cool for 1 minute, and serve warm.
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Notes / Tips
Do not overcrowd the basket or the bread may turn soft instead of crisp.
Spread the butter all the way to the edges so every bite gets color and flavor.
For extra crisp edges, use slightly day-old bread instead of very soft fresh bread.
Start checking early, because garlic can brown fast in the air fryer.
Variations
Add a little mozzarella on top for cheesy air fryer garlic bread.
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
Swap parsley for Italian seasoning for a more herby flavor.
Use Texas toast or baguette slices if you want a thicker or crunchier version.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210
Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 21 g
Protein: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 290 mg
Nutritional values are estimated per serving.
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