Air Fryer Garlic Cheese (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy garlic cheese bread with melted mozzarella, buttery garlic topping cooked quickly in the air fryer.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
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1 loaf Italian bread or French baguette, sliced to 2-inch thickness
→ Seasoned Butter
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1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, softened to room temperature
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1 tablespoon garlic powder (or 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
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1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
→ Cheese Mixture
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2 cups Kraft Creamy Melt shredded mozzarella cheese (8-ounce bag)
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
→ Garnish
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1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes (optional)
→ For Serving
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Marinara sauce (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cut the loaf into slices approximately 2 inches thick to provide a sturdy base.
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In a bowl, combine softened butter with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until evenly incorporated.
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Generously apply the garlic butter mixture onto each slice of bread, covering the surface evenly.
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In a separate bowl, combine shredded mozzarella with mayonnaise; a slightly clumpy texture is acceptable.
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Distribute the cheese mixture evenly over the buttered bread slices and sprinkle with dried parsley flakes if desired.
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Arrange slices in the air fryer basket without overcrowding and cook at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes, or until cheese melts and bread becomes toasted; adjust times for different air fryer models.
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Optionally serve with marinara sauce for dipping while warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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If butter is not softened, place a glass of boiling water over the stick to accelerate softening.
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The mayonnaise helps bind the cheese on the bread, preventing it from scattering during air frying.
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Slices can be prepared ahead and reheated in the air fryer; leftovers keep refrigerated for 3-4 days.