Air Fryer Pull Apart Cheese Garlic Bread

that will make your mouth water! It’s cheesy, garlicky, and has that perfect crispy texture, all without the hassle of using the oven.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread (preferably a thick loaf)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of mozzarella and cheddar)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread:

• Cut the loaf of bread into slices (about 1-inch thick) without cutting all the way through, leaving the base of the loaf intact. You want the slices to still be connected at the bottom so the bread will “pull apart.”
• You can also slice the bread into a crisscross pattern (both horizontally and vertically) for a fun pull-apart effect.

2. Make the Garlic Butter:

• In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
• If you like extra garlic flavor, feel free to add more minced garlic!

3. Assemble the Cheese Garlic Bread:

• Use a spoon or pastry brush to spread the garlic butter mixture between the slices of bread. Make sure to get the butter deep into all the crevices.
• Once all the butter is distributed, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese between the slices, making sure it’s evenly spread.
• Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the bread and around the slices for extra cheesy goodness.

4. Cook in the Air Fryer:

• Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
• Place the prepared bread loaf into the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in batches, but make sure the bread is standing upright and not overcrowded.
• Air fry for about 8-10 minutes, or until the bread is golden, the cheese is melted, and the edges are crispy.

5. Serve:

• Remove the garlic bread from the air fryer and let it cool for a minute.
• Gently pull apart the slices and serve while it’s warm and gooey.
• Optional: Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.

Tips:

• Cheese Variety: Feel free to add other cheeses like cheddar, provolone, or even a bit of cream cheese for extra richness.
• Make it spicy: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the garlic butter mixture if you like a little heat!
• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days, but this bread is best eaten fresh. You can reheat it in the air fryer for a few minutes to bring it back to life.

This Air Fryer Pull Apart Cheese Garlic Bread is perfect as a side dish for pasta, soups, or just as a snack on its own! Enjoy the cheesy, garlicky goodness. Let me know if you give it a try!