Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread (Print Version)
Quick and savory garlic cheese bread with melted mozzarella, toasted to perfection using the air fryer.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Bread
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1 loaf Italian bread or French baguette, sliced 2 inches thick
→ Butter Mixture
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½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened to room temperature
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1 tablespoon garlic powder (or substitute with 3 cloves fresh minced garlic)
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½ teaspoon salt (optional)
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½ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
→ Cheese Topping
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (Kraft Creamy Melt recommended)
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes (optional garnish)
→ To Serve
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Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Cut the loaf into slices approximately 2 inches thick.
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In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
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Generously coat each bread slice with the prepared garlic butter mixture.
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In a separate bowl, blend shredded mozzarella with mayonnaise; the mixture may appear slightly clumpy.
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Distribute the cheese and mayonnaise mixture evenly over each buttered slice and sprinkle dried parsley flakes on top if desired.
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Arrange slices in the air fryer basket without overcrowding to allow air circulation. Cook at 350°F for 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bread is toasted. Adjust timing as necessary based on your air fryer model and cook in batches if needed.
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Optionally serve the garlic cheese bread with marinara sauce for dipping.
# Extra Tips & Details:
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For softer butter, warm a glass with boiling water, empty it, and cover the butter with the warmed glass; alternatively, cube or grate the butter for quicker softening.
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This recipe yields approximately 12 slices; serving size is about 2 slices per person, totaling 6 servings.
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To store leftovers, cool completely, wrap in foil, and refrigerate up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
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Mayonnaise helps hold the cheese in place during air frying, preventing it from scattering.