Garlic Herb Sourdough Bread Stuffed with Brie & Cranberry Sauce (Air Fryer)
Intro
This dish is everything you want in a comfort food appetizer: crusty sourdough, fragrant garlic herb butter, gooey brie, and tart cranberry sauce—all baked to melty perfection in your air fryer. It’s a showstopper appetizer or side dish that takes minimal effort but delivers big flavors and cozy vibes.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time (Air Fryer): 8–10 minutes at 350°F (175°C)
Total Time: ~20 minutes
Ingredients
Bread & Filling:
1 small round sourdough loaf (6–8 inches diameter)
5–6 oz brie cheese, sliced into small pieces (rind is fine!)
⅓ cup whole berry cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Garlic Herb Butter:
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Pinch of salt and black pepper
Optional Toppings:
Extra herbs for garnish
Chopped walnuts or pecans (for crunch)
Instructions
Prep the Bread
Cut the sourdough into a crosshatch pattern: slice vertically and horizontally, leaving the base intact (like a blooming onion).
Gently open the spaces between the cuts with your fingers to create pockets for the fillings.
Add the Fillings
Tuck brie slices into the slits throughout the bread.
Spoon cranberry sauce into the same slits or right next to the brie.
Make Garlic Herb Butter
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle or brush generously over the entire loaf, making sure it seeps into the cracks.
Air Fry
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
Place the stuffed bread into a parchment-lined air fryer basket or tray.
Air fry at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, until the brie is melted and bubbly and the bread is crisp and golden.
Tip: Cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly before cheese melts.
Serve
Garnish with fresh herbs and optional nuts if desired.
Serve warm and gooey—perfect for pulling apart and sharing.
Tips & Tricks
Use a dense sourdough or round boule—soft breads will fall apart.
Don’t overfill with cranberry sauce or it may ooze out and burn in the air fryer.
For more savory flavor, add cooked bacon bits or caramelized onions.
Want spice? A pinch of crushed red pepper in the garlic butter is amazing.
Prep ahead: Assemble everything and refrigerate, then air fry just before serving.