Irresistible Buttery Garlic Bread in Air Fryer

Garlic bread in air fryer is my new go-to for a quick, delicious side. This method will seriously change the way you make garlic bread forever. It gets SO crunchy and golden without the wait or hassle of the traditional oven method. Even my picky eaters ask for it ALL THE TIME!

If you’re loving air fryer recipes, pair your garlic bread with these Air Fryer Potato Skins or enjoy it alongside this flavorful Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken.

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Why I am LOVING garlic bread in air fryer

Okay, let’s get real for a second. I used to be a bit intimidated by garlic bread. I would make it, but not ALWAYS, because it required using the oven, I had to preheat the thing…It took longer than 20 minutes JUST TO PREP IT.

BUT now? Well, thanks to the air fryer, the game has completely changed! Seriously, with an air fryer, things became a breeze!

• SPEEDY Gonzales: Air fryers cook food SO MUCH FASTER than regular ovens. This is PERFECT for when you have little time for a QUICK fix before dinner, like me!
• Crispy Perfection: We ALL love crispy bread. Air fryers help the garlic bread achieve maximum crispiness with minimal effort, unlike with traditional ovens, which would sometimes give a not so exciting result.
• Easy Cleanup: It does not get easier! Minimal cleanup since everything is usually done on the basket of your air fryer and with very little to wash afterward! BAM.
• Perfect every time: I know when you have to be cooking other dishes at the same time, cooking something as simple as garlic bread might sometimes be difficult. I find myself thinking that with all of it going on. But thanks to my air fryer, and this particular method, I make delicious and perfect garlic bread each time!

So, I’ve completely switched, and you guys are gonna love this method too. This is like an EASY way for anyone that loves good bread like me to achieve perfect flavor in very little time!

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What you will need For garlic bread in air fryer

Okay, before we start, here’s what you’ll need. This is the magic shopping list, and let me tell you, it won’t take longer than 20 MINUTES to prep, I PROMISE you!:

• Bread: One loaf of French or Italian bread is THE perfect option, it gets all those nice edges! Feel free to use another favorite, like baguette or a similar choice. Use whatever floats your boat, you know? I even tried that once, it still tasted great, maybe it would’ve needed a little more of everything to make up for it, you’d figure it out in your next try!.
• Butter: 1/2 cup of unsalted butter will make this taste even better than usual! I sometimes do half butter, half olive oil, depending on the mood. Try that one too.
• Garlic: About 3-4 cloves, minced REALLY FINE. The flavor is best when freshly minced. That will wake all of your senses when you take the bread out! The more, the better, if you’re asking me!
• Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped, but again, if you’re REALLY into parsley, the MORE, THE BETTER! Fresh is ALWAYS best! But, you can do dried, no shame there.
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon, for taste. I use sea salt; you could also do kosher salt if that’s what you got!
• Optional add ins: Parmesan Cheese, pepper. If you want to take your garlic bread to the next level. My niece suggested me to put those additions once and since then it’s a MUST. Try and let me know!

I’d just HIGHLY advise using GOOD quality ingredients if you wanna have better flavors, just saying, it can’t hurt. I know you’ll get that!

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How To Make garlic bread in air fryer

Now that we have the list set, we move into ACTION! Follow this, step-by-step, I know you can do this one, so LET’S START:

Get that prep work done: Start by mincing those garlic cloves as fine as you can, the aroma itself should keep you motivated! Then, chop up the fresh parsley if you are using some. And remember, freshness ALWAYS is a plus! Now go ahead and grab a small bowl and mix the softened butter with all that flavor you have just chopped up: minced garlic, parsley, and salt (and pepper and parmesan if using). Mash it a little to make sure that garlic has dispersed. Set the butter mixture aside.

Preheat your Air Fryer: I tend to keep mine for 2 minutes before. Get yours preheated to 350°F (175°C), to allow for better distribution, because in that time frame it is reaching the set temperature and that helps.

Bread preparation time: Cut the bread in half horizontally, and evenly spread your glorious garlic butter on both sides. Be GENEROUS with this butter because no one has ever complained for not putting enough butter. Be sure to cover every single inch to avoid unevenness; be patient and precise!

Air Frying Time: Once that’s set, carefully place the bread halves into the preheated air fryer basket, I usually arrange it so the cut side faces up. Then, place them in the basket and set to air fry for 5-8 minutes, until golden and crisp and bubbling butter.

Final Check: You need to keep an eye on that garlic bread. Make sure that is golden to perfection on both sides. If you wish for it to be crispier (you would know if you took a bite, for example) feel free to let it stay 1 to 2 more minutes, but be sure to monitor it closely to avoid burning.

Let it Cool Down and it is ready to cut it into slices before serving and watch the smiles around the table. The waiting is THE hardest part, right? But oh my God it’s all WORTH it once you finally can dig into it. This garlic bread will turn your meal into something else ENTIRELY.

That’s it, guys. We’re ready to eat our delicious garlic bread, SUPER EASY, SUPER FAST, and SO GOOD. I PROMISE this garlic bread will become a household favorite in a minute! I’m telling you guys, that it tastes sooooo much better, because it’s made with SO MUCH love.

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Tips for SUPERSTAR Garlic Bread

Butter Temperature: Make sure your butter is softened (but NOT MELTED!), it will mix more evenly with all those wonderful garlics, herbs and seasonings.

Garlic Love: I suggest adding even MORE garlic than what the recipe says because there’s NEVER enough garlic if you like it that much like myself!

Bread Options: Don’t have a French bread? Use any sturdy bread. Italian bread or even baguettes, even ciabatta. The end results will be as awesome I promise.

Preheating the Air Fryer: This helps achieve MAXIMUM crispiness since that process is an essential key to this recipe! Never overlook it!

Customize: I really want you to try to mix some fresh herbs to your preference! Like thyme, rosemary, even oregano. Some people add red pepper flakes. Add parmesan too, you need to know what the cheese flavor brings to the equation, its AMAZING!

Storage: You could, at best, store any leftover at an airtight container at room temperature. But believe me that will never happen! That’s how good the recipe is.

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How long to heat up garlic bread in the air fryer?

To heat up garlic bread in an air fryer, cook for about 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C). Check it for crispiness and color. If needed, add a minute or two until it is ready to be consumed!

How do you toast bread in an air fryer?

To toast bread in an air fryer, place slices in the basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 2-4 minutes. Flip halfway for even browning. Keep an eye out, and serve hot!

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Serving ideas

You wanna know a secret? That air fryer garlic bread will be your BFF for so many meals.

• Pasta nights: Serve along pasta meals. Like lasagna or spaghetti. There will not be anything more that you could desire other than another plate.
• Soup day: The best way to warm any stomach in any wintery cold is having both some nice garlic bread and a soup of your liking. For example tomato soup and a crispy side of bread. Yummy.
• BBQ party: It goes along great with meat, too! You want something on the side? Make some for everyone, you’ll become an instant star!.

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FAQs about Air Fryer Garlic Bread

Okay, guys, as you know, after a killer recipe like this one, some FAQs just come along! Let me try my best to address them with simple terms, as we always do:

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