Cheesy Garlic Bread Rolls (Air Fryer Style)
Introduction:
Imagine the warm, buttery aroma of garlic bread swirling through your kitchen—but with a gooey cheese center and a golden, fluffy texture that’s pure comfort food perfection. These Cheesy Garlic Bread Rolls are everything you love about garlic bread, rolled up with melty mozzarella and crisped up to golden-brown glory in the air fryer.
Ready in under 20 minutes, these rolls make the ultimate sidekick to pasta night, a crowd-pleasing party snack, or a quick comfort bite all on their own. And thanks to the air fryer, you’ll get that perfect outer crisp with a soft, cheesy middle—no oven required.
Ingredients:
Makes 6 rolls
For the dough (or use store-bought pizza/bread dough):
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon instant yeast
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
⅓ cup warm water
1 teaspoon olive oil
Skip this section if using pre-made dough!
For the filling:
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
For the garlic butter topping:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Make or Prep the Dough (skip if store-bought):
In a bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add warm water and olive oil. Mix and knead until smooth (about 5–7 minutes).
Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 30–45 minutes or until doubled.
Prep the Filling:
In a bowl, mix mozzarella, cream cheese (if using), herbs, and oregano.
Roll and Fill:
Roll the dough into a rectangle (about ¼-inch thick).
Spread the cheese mixture over the dough, leaving a small border.
Roll up the dough jelly-roll style and slice into 6 rolls.
Brush with Garlic Butter:
Combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan, and salt.
Brush a layer over the tops and sides of the rolls.
Air Fry:
Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes.
Line the basket with parchment or lightly grease.
Place rolls in the basket without overcrowding.
Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping or rotating halfway until golden and melty.
Final Touch:
Brush with any remaining garlic butter right after cooking for shine and extra flavor.
Tips & Variations:
Extra cheesy? Add a cube of mozzarella in the center of each roll for a melty core.
Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes or chili oil to the filling for heat.
Shortcut: Use store-bought refrigerated pizza dough to save time.
Freezer-friendly: Assemble and freeze before air frying; cook from frozen with 2–3 extra minutes.