In under 15 minutes, you can have a delicious Cheese Pull Apart Bread made in the Air Fryer, loaded with plenty of herbed butter and lots of cheese. It makes for an impressive appetizer that’s so much fun to enjoy!
Air Fryer Cheese Pull Apart Bread
So you know how much I love breads, and this one is exceptionally easy and delicious. Not only that, but the best part is I can use one of my absolute favorite small appliances, my treasured air fryer. Although I’ve chosen to make this with a store purchased crusty round loaf, don’t hesitate to use my very popular no knead bread recipe for 100% homemade.
Whenever I make this cheesy pull-apart bread recipe, everyone always tells me how great it is. When I give them the recipe, they are delighted, because it only takes about 15 minutes to make from start to finish. It’s really the perfect quick appy for any get together, or even better if you have unexpected guests. I mean who doesn’t love all that garlicky butter flavor, and with loads of melted cheese. I say it’s a sure winner!
Air Fryer Cheese Pull Apart Bread Highlights
✅ INCREDIBLY EASY TO MAKE. This cheesy bread doesn’t get any easier to make than this, especially when you use a store bought loaf.
✅ READY IN 15 MINUTES. Can you believe something this delicious is ready is a mere 15 minutes? I know, right. I think this is how you make the best cheesy bread ever when you’re in a pinch for time.
✅ SIMPLE INGREDIENTS. A little bread, some garlic and butter, and then fantastic cheese really make this simple.
✅ DELICIOUS. Oh, did I say delicious? Well, do I ever mean delicious, especially for anyone who loves their bread.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Butter – I like to use unsalted, softened butter to control the amount of salt. Butter definitely makes the difference in the bread.
- Garlic – There’s nothing better than a good garlic butter and I like to use fresh garlic here.
- Salt – What’s butter without the salt. You’ll want to use a little or to taste but it’s always possible to use salted butter first and omit the salt.
- Chives – For the butter mixture, I used some great tasting chives.
- Bread – I used a nice crusty bread that I bought, but if I have time I will make my own.
- Cheese – I used both mozzarella and cheddar. Feel free to use what you prefer but remember that some cheeses melt nicer than others.
- Parsley – Chop up some fresh parsley. You can garnish the loaf when it’s cooked and it looks like a million bucks!
How To Make Cheese Pull Apart Bread In The Air Fryer
- Make the garlic butter: Add the butter, garlic, salt and chives to a small bowl and mix to combine. Melt in the microwave for 30 seconds. This melted butter mixture is a must!
- Make slits in bread: Using a bread knife, create slits into your bread, diagonally, 1-inch apart, but do not cut all the way through he bread.
- Drizzle butter in bread slits: Add butter and cheese. Use your fingers to open up the slits and drizzle butter mixture in all the slits. You should have some remaining butter. Set aside.
- Place cheese in bread slits: Place cheese inside the slits, making sure each slit is filled with butter, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Brush the remaining butter over the entire bread. Note: a serrated knife works well for really fresh bread.
- Air fry: Place the bread in the basket of your air fryer and air fry it at 350°F for 4 minutes or until the cheese melts and the bread is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
What Can I Serve This With?
The great thing about this bread is in addition to having it as an appetizer, serve this as a side dish with any lunch or dinner as an extra bonus. Here are some ideas:
- Baked Chicken Breast
- Sausage Tortellini Soup
- Creamy Parmesan Chicken With Mushrooms
- Marry Me Chicken
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
What Other Ingredients Can I Use On This Cheese Bread?
Give cheesy garlic bread a new dimension of flavor by adding herbs like thyme, rosemary or Italian seasoning into the garlic spread. Add confit garlic for a special treat.
What Types Of Cheeses Work Well?
To be honest, there is nothing better than mozzarella cheese because it tends to melt the best but I also like to add some cheddar. For added flavor, and to change things up, try goat cheese or parmesan cheese.
Expert Tips
- Get creative and try different herbs and cheeses to your liking.
- Omit the salt in the recipe and instead sprinkle with flaky salt instead.
- Although I really prefer using fresh garlic, in a pinch you can use garlic powder instead.
- Try a dipping sauce for extra goodness, such as marinara.
Leftovers
I doubt there are any leftovers for this delicious recipe. However, If there is, simply wrap well with aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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Air Fryer Cheese Pull Apart Bread
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons butter unsalted, softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chives chopped
- 1 medium crusty bread should fit in the basket of your air fryer
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Make the garlic butter: Add the butter, garlic, salt and chives to a small bowl and mix to combine. Melt in the microwave for 30 seconds.
- Make slits in bread: Using a bread knife, create slits into your bread, diagonally, 1-inch apart, but do not cut all the way through he bread.
- Drizzle butter in bread slits: Add butter and cheese: Use your fingers to open up the slits and drizzle butter mixture in all the slits. You should have some remaining butter. Set aside.
- Place cheese in bread slits: Place cheese in slits, making sure each slit is filled with butter, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Brush the remaining butter over the entire bread.
- Air fry: Place the bread in the basket of your air fryer and air fry it at 350°F for 4 minutes or until the cheese melts and the bread is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Tips & Notes:
- Get creative and try different herbs and cheeses to your liking.
- Omit the salt in the recipe and instead sprinkle with flaky salt instead.
- Although I really prefer using fresh garlic, in a pinch you can use garlic powder instead.
- Try a dipping sauce for extra goodness, such as marinara.
