
Air fryer roasted garlic gives you soft, golden, spreadable cloves with rich flavor and very little effort. It is perfect for bread, mashed potatoes, pasta, butter, sauces, dips, and easy meal prep.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
Total Time: 23–27 minutes
Servings: 4 garlic bulbs
4 whole garlic bulbs
1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, optional
Chopped parsley or thyme for serving, optional
1. Preheat the air fryer to 370°F.
2. Slice off the top of each garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
3. Drizzle the cut tops with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper if using.
4. Wrap each bulb loosely in foil or place them in a small air fryer-safe dish.
5. Air fry for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the cloves are soft, golden, and lightly caramelized.
6. Let the garlic cool for a few minutes, then squeeze the roasted cloves out and use as desired.
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Start checking at 18 minutes because smaller bulbs cook faster.
If you want deeper color, open the foil for the last 2 to 3 minutes.
Store extra roasted garlic in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Roasted garlic is great in butter, pasta, mashed potatoes, sauces, and spreads.
Add a pinch of Italian seasoning for an herby version.
Add red pepper flakes for a slightly spicy version.
Mix the roasted cloves into softened butter for easy garlic butter.
Blend with olive oil for a quick roasted garlic spread.
Calories: 55
Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Protein: 1 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 35 mg
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