Garlic Bread in the Air Fryer
Ready in about 11 minutes.
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Cook garlic bread in an air fryer at 180°C / 350°F for 5-7 minutes, in a single layer, until the edges are golden and the butter has melted through.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 1 part-baked baguette or 4 thick slices bread
- 3 tbsp softened butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)
Method
- 1Mix the butter with the garlic, parsley and parmesan if using.
- 2Slice the baguette open or spread the mixture over the bread.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
- 4Place the bread in the basket in a single layer.
- 5Air fry for 5-7 minutes until golden at the edges and hot through.
- 6Slice and serve while warm.
Tips for the best results
- Crisp-edged, buttery garlic bread with a soft middle in just a few minutes. It is ideal alongside pasta, soup or salads when you do not want to turn on the oven.
- Check early if using thin slices because they colour quickly.
- Add cheese for the last 1-2 minutes if you want cheesy garlic bread.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer garlic bread steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer garlic bread the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long to cook garlic bread in an air fryer?
Buttered slices or a split baguette take 5-7 minutes at 180°C / 350°F. Check thin slices at 4 minutes so the edges do not catch.
What temperature and time for air fryer garlic bread?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 350°F for 5-7 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer garlic bread ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer garlic bread serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.