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    Simple and tasty Cheesy Garlic Bread in the Air Fryer

    Published: Jul 7, 2021 · Modified: Sep 27, 2024 by Sean

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    Cheesy garlic bread in the air fryer: have you ever tried it? A simple and tasty recipe that can be the perfect side dish to a main course or served as an appetizer. It is the type of recipe where you decide how much garlic or cheese you want.

    Cut cheese bread pulled apart

    Garlic Bread was one of the first things I learned how to make when I was a kid in the “Old-Toaster Oven Days”. It is so versatile and the fresher the ingredients the better it tastes. You know we like to keep recipes simple. Since you don’t need to fret over your ingredients, let me show you how simple it is with what you have in the fridge or cupboard. Although this one might be simple, the warmth of the bread with the taste of the garlic and the cheese melting will make everyone happy in the house.

    How it all started

    My first cheesy bread was done with 3 ingredients, yup that’s it. Mom bought the best sourdough bread, so I was already off to a good start. Next, I used good old margarine because I could spread it easier. I would learn the joys of softened butter, later. The final touch was good old Kraft Parmesan and into the toaster, it went. I was cooking. 

    I always enjoyed cooking. At a young age, I was able to help with making eggs, pancakes & popcorn. I am glad I started early, so when it came time to make my school lunch I knew a bit about food. I found different ways to make my cheesy bread with what mom had in the house. The first step was adding in garlic. It started simply with whatever mom had in the cupboard, garlic powder, garlic salt, crushed garlic,… and it has reached its zenith when I tried Gilroy Garlic or fresh roasted garlic. The next big ingredient on the list is cheese, which one to choose from? When we were living in Italy, we made so many different variations of cheesy garlic bread with different cheeses, so have fun with what is available to you.

    Over the last few months, we have worked as a family on perfecting our cheesy garlic bread recipe. We tested, tasted, and retested and found out that mixing cheeses together was the perfect combination. Don’t be afraid, it is just like getting a Quattro Formaggi (Four Cheese) pizza. We enjoy adding sliced provolone with shredded mozzarella on top and finishing with grated Parmigiano. It makes for the perfect ooey-gooey cheesy bite every time. You can now see just how versatile Garlic Cheesy Bread can be.

    Are you ready to see what we came up with?

    2 pieces of bread covers with cheese and dry parsley

    Ingredients

    • 1 demi-baguette *NOTE*
    • 3 slices of smoked provolone cheese *NOTE*
    • 1/4 cup shredded Parmigiano cheese (we use freshly grated Parmigiano)
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese *NOTE*
    • 2 tablespoons salted butter
    • 1 teaspoon of each dried parsley, garlic powder *NOTE*, and crushed garlic *NOTE*
    ingredients shot for the recipe on a wood board this recipe
    sliced demi-baguette with melted butter on wood board
    on a cutting board piece of baguette covered with slices of cheese and a little bit of shredded mozzarella
    Cooked cheese garlic bread in air fryer basket

    Notes

    • Demi-Baguette: This is the bread I will try to use if I can. However, I have made them with different pieces of bread from sourdough, to ciabatta or even sandwich bread and they were all delicious.
    • Smoked-provolone adds some depth into the taste. I choose slices so it gives a good base of cheese before I put the shredded mozzarella on top.
    • I buy my mozzarella in blocks and shredded it at home. Makes for the gooey stringy bite.
    • Garlic powder: we love garlic as you can see. If you don’t want too much of a garlic taste either use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder or don’t use it and only use the crushed garlic.
    • Crushed garlic: There is a lot out there and our utmost favorite is Gilroy Crushed Garlic. It tastes just like roasted garlic you made at home. We have tried other brands and they are either too oily, taste like vinegar or the garlic taste is too bitter.

    How do we make cheesy garlic bread?

    1. Cut the demi-baguette in half. Make sure it will fit into your air fryer. If you are not using a baguette, get enough bread out that will fit in your air fryer.
    2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt your butter and then add the garlic powder. Mix until the butter and the powder are well blended.
    3. Brush the butter mixture on the bread.
    4. Spread 1/2 teaspoon of crushed garlic on each bread.
    5. Cut your provolone cheese slices to fit on the buttered garlic bread.
    6. Add the shredded mozzarella evenly on each bread, covering as much as you can.
    7. Sprinkle some Parmigiano cheese on top of the mozzarella.
    8. Sprinkle some dried parsley on top of the bread.
    9. Put your bread pieces in the air fryer basket and bake at 330 degrees F for 8 minutes or until nice and golden.
    10. Cut and serve warm!

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    cheese bread cut in half with cheese pull

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    Two cheesy garlic bread halves that are hot and fresh from the air fryer. The piece in front is being pulled apart, with the cheese stretching between.

    Simple and tasty cheesy garlic bread in the air fryer

    Sean
    Sometimes the simple things are the best: bread, butter, garlic, and cheese. The Kitchen Bucket List shows you how to get cheesy with your garlic bread🤣.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 8 minutes mins
    Total Time 18 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 demi-baguette or any bread you like
    • 2 tablespoons salted butter
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
    • 3 slices provolone cheese
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ¼ cup shredded Parmigiano we love using freshly grated Parmigiano as it melts really good.

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the demi-baguette in half. Make sure it will fit into your air fryer. If you are not using a baguette, cut the bread to fit in your air fryer.
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and mix in the garlic powder. Mix until the powder is well blended in the butter.
    • Brush the butter mixture on the cut bread. If you don't have a pastry brush, a butter knife works just as well.
    • With a knife, spread 1/2 teaspoon of crushed garlic on each bread piece. Don't be tempted to add more, a little crushed garlic goes a long way.
    • Cut your provolone cheese slices to fit on the buttered garlic bread. In my case, I cut the slices in half.
    • Add the shredded mozzarella evenly on each piece of bread, covering as much as you can.
    • Sprinkle some Parmigiano cheese and dried parsley on top of the mozzarella.
    • Put your bread pieces in the air fryer basket and air fry at 330℉ for 8 minutes or until nice and golden.
    • Cut and serve warm!
    Keyword cheesy garlic bread, cheesy sourdough bread, garlic bread sourdough

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    Comments

    1. Abi says

      April 06, 2025 at 8:18 am

      5 stars
      The cheese pull calling my name! Big fan 🙂

      Reply
    2. Jess says

      February 23, 2022 at 1:44 pm

      5 stars
      Ok, THREE cheeses and I can make it in the air fryer?? I’m sold! This looks so delicious that my mouth is watering.

      Reply
    3. Rachel says

      November 03, 2021 at 6:24 pm

      I seriously use my air fryer for EVERYTHING- I cannot wait to try this recipe, too! I love cheese bread!! A friend of mine actually puts a pink of cardamom on her garlic cheese bread…And she loves it!! Crazy, huh?

      Reply
      • Karina says

        November 04, 2021 at 9:49 am

        We use our Air Fryer every single day here. What a great idea adding cardamom to it. I’ll have to try it. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
    4. judy says

      August 07, 2021 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      Looks and tastes yummy!!

      Reply

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