Air Fryer Garlic Bread – Crispy, Buttery & Ready in Minutes!
This Air Fryer Garlic Bread is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with garlicky and buttery goodness. Made using fresh garlic cloves, herbs, and butter, it comes together in just 7 minutes. It makes the perfect quick side dish or snack.
If you have garlic confit ready, then within just 7 minutes, you will have a deliciously golden, cheesy, garlic-infused bread that pairs wonderfully with warming soups, pasta, salads, or even as a snack. No oven required—just golden, crispy garlic bread in minutes!
Balancing sweet and savory elements in your dishes adds complexity and intrigue.
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Whether you are serving it as a side or just relishing it on its own, this air fryer recipe makes the best homemade garlic bread with minimal effort.
About Air Fryer Garlic Bread
Garlic bread is a classic favorite, and making it in the air fryer is totally revolutionary. Nothing beats the aroma of freshly made garlic bread that is crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and packed with garlicky, buttery goodness.
The air fryer version cooks it faster, crisps up gorgeously, and requires only some basic ingredients. In this quick, easy-to-make homemade air fryer garlic bread recipe, I used homemade garlic confit for a deep, mellow garlic flavor.
It is a very quick and easy recipe that is great for busy weeknights, last-minute gatherings, or whenever you are craving warm, homemade garlic bread.
The great thing is that it is very versatile and easily customizable. You can use any type of bread, from a classic French baguette to ciabatta or even leftover sandwich bread. Also, if you are short on time, you can cook the garlic cloves in a pan over low heat until they turn golden and tender.
Also, I used melted cheddar in this recipe, but you can also make it with grated cheddar or without any cheddar. You can also swap it with parmesan.
If you love garlic bread, then you will definitely love this air fryer version—it’s quick, crispy, and absolutely delicious!
Give it a try and enjoy crispy, buttery garlic bread in just minutes. Let’s make it!
Why You’ll Love the Recipe
This Air Fryer Garlic Bread
✔ Quick & easy to make
✔ Crispy & buttery
✔ Has aromatic flavors in every bite
✔ Uses simple ingredients
✔ Is perfectly golden and flavorful
✔ Is made with handy ingredients
✔ Can also be made with fresh garlic
✔ Is easily customizable
✔ Can also be made vegan & gluten-free
✔ Can also be made without parmesan
✔ Makes a lovely snack for parties
✔ Can also be served as a side
Ingredients
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Bread: I used ciabatta for making this garlic bread. But you can also use baguette or any other Italian bread of your choice. They work best for a crispy texture with a soft center.
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Butter: You will need softened unsalted butter for making a rich and creamy garlic butter spread.
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Garlic: Fresh garlic cloves are used for making garlic confit. It adds a mellow flavor to this bread. You can also use fresh minced garlic to infuse it with bold, aromatic flavors.
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Parsley: Some freshly chopped parsley is added for freshness and a beautiful green color to the garlic butter mixture.
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Salt: I used sea salt to enhance the flavors and balance the richness of butter. You can use any salt of your choice.
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Red Pepper Flakes: I used red pepper flakes to add heat, which complements the pungency of garlic. You can also use ground black pepper for mild heat.
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Melted Grated Cheddar (Optional): It adds a rich, cheesy layer for extra indulgence and flavor.
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Olive Oil (Optional): It is used for making garlic confit.
Variations
Cheese-Free Garlic Bread
If you don’t like to add cheese, you can surely make it without adding cheese. Simply skip the mozzarella and cheddar and air fry for 4-5 minutes or until golden and crispy. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or extra parmesan before air frying.
Chili Garlic Bread
To make chili garlic bread, add some freshly chopped green chilies or red chilies to the butter. This is a perfect recipe if you like heat.
Herb Garlic Bread
For this version, use a mix of dried oregano, dried thyme, dried parsley, and dried rosemary for extra flavor.
Vegan Garlic Bread
To make the vegan version of this bread, swap butter with dairy-free butter and replace cheese with plant-based cheese.
Serving Suggestions
This Air Fryer Garlic Bread can be served as a snack on its own, or with a cheese dip or any ketchup of your choice. It can also be enjoyed as a side with spinach pasta, pasta aglio e olio, Chilli Cheese Toast or with soups such as hot and sour soup or spinach soup.
For an indulgent brunch, it can be served with salads for a crunchy side.
Storage Suggestions
You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To serve, reheat it in an air fryer at 200°C (400°F) for 2-3 minutes to regain the crispiness.
Freezing: For a longer shelf life, you can freeze assembled garlic bread before air frying. Wrap each piece with plastic wrap and freeze the garlic bread for up to 2 months. Simply air fry directly from frozen at 200°C (400°F) for 8-9 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Tips and Tricks to Make the Best Air Fryer Garlic Bread
1. Garlic: To make garlic confit, use fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor.
2. Quicker Version: If you don’t have much time, cook the garlic cloves with olive oil on low heat in a pan.
3. Minced Garlic: If you don’t want to make garlic confit, simply swap it with minced garlic. It will give a stronger garlic taste.
4. Air Frying: To make crispy bread, make sure to preheat the air fryer before placing the bread. To make it extra crispy, you can air fry for 1-2 extra minutes.
5. Timing: The air frying time also depends on the thickness of the bread. Thicker slices may need an extra minute.
6. Baking: If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also bake this bread in a conventional oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
7. Cheddar Cheese: I have used melted cheddar, but you can also use grated cheddar in this recipe.
8. Herbs: I have used fresh parsley, but you can also use chopped cilantro in this garlic bread recipe.
9. Seasoning: I added red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and salt in this recipe. But you can also use simple salt and ground black pepper instead.
Air Fryer Garlic Bread (Step-by-step photo instructions)
Make Garlic Confit
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the peeled garlic cloves in an oven-safe dish. Submerge them in olive oil, cover with a lid, and bake for 45-60 minutes until the garlic is soft and golden. Let it cool. Alternatively, you can cook the garlic cloves in a pan over low heat until they are golden.
Prepare Garlic Butter:**
- Remove the stems from a handful of fresh parsley and chop them finely. Set them aside. In a mixing bowl, mash the garlic confit with a fork and mix it with a bit of the infused oil.
- Then, add the softened butter, salt, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assemble Garlic Bread
- Place the ciabatta or baguette on a chopping board and slice it in half lengthwise using a bread knife. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on the cut sides of the bread.
- Spread Parmesan on top if using, then sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
Air Fry
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the bread in the air fryer basket, cut side up. Air fry for 7 minutes until golden and crispy. Once air-fried, remove it and air fry the other half of the bread.
Serving
- Garnish with chili oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Your air fryer garlic bread is ready! Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade garlic bread warm with soups, pasta, or as a snack.
Recipe Card
Air Fryer Garlic Bread [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 6 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 55 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Snacks | International | 4 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 251 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Garlic Confit
- 1 head of garlic, cloves separated and peeled
- ¼ cup olive oil
For Garlic Bread
- 1 baguette, Italian bread, or ciabatta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Garlic confit (with some infused oil)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ cup melted or grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 cup grated mozzarella or any pizza cheese
To Serve:
- Chopped parsley
- Chili oil
INSTRUCTIONS:
Make Garlic Confit
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the peeled garlic cloves in an oven-safe dish. Submerge them in olive oil, cover with a lid, and bake for 45-60 minutes until the garlic is soft and golden. Let it cool. Alternatively, you can cook the garlic cloves in a pan over low heat until they are golden.
Prepare Garlic Butter:**
- Remove the stems from a handful of fresh parsley and chop them finely. Set them aside. In a mixing bowl, mash the garlic confit with a fork and mix it with a bit of the infused oil.
- Then, add the softened butter, salt, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
Assemble Garlic Bread
- Place the ciabatta or baguette on a chopping board and slice it in half lengthwise using a bread knife. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on the cut sides of the bread.
- Spread Parmesan on top if using, then sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
Air Fry
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the bread in the air fryer basket, cut side up. Air fry for 7 minutes until golden and crispy. Once air-fried, remove it and air fry the other half of the bread.
Serving
- Garnish with chili oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Your air fryer garlic bread is ready! Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade garlic bread warm with soups, pasta, or as a snack.
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NOTES:
- If you don't want to make garlic confit, simply swap it with minced garlic. It will give a stronger garlic taste.
- To make crispy bread, make sure to preheat the air fryer before placing the bread. To make it extra crispy, you can air fry for 1-2 extra minutes.
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