🧀🍞 Air Fryer Cheesy Garlic Bread (Pizza Toast Style)
This pizza-style cheesy garlic bread is loaded with melted cheese, crispy on the outside, and soft in the middle. It’s quick, inexpensive, and ideal for light meals, tea time, or snacks. It takes only a few minutes to prepare and has an enticing bakery-style finish thanks to the air fryer!
Prep Time: 8–10 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
Total Time: ~15 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Ingredients
6 slices bread (white or brown)
2 tbsp butter (softened)
1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
3–4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt to taste
1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
2 tbsp pizza sauce (optional, for pizza flavor)
1–2 tbsp chopped coriander or parsley
Instructions
In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, oregano, chili flakes, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Spread garlic butter generously on each bread slice.
(Optional: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on top for pizza-style flavor.)
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over each slice. Add extra chili flakes or herbs if you like.
Preheat at 180°C (356°F) for 3 minutes.
Place slices in the air fryer basket (single layer).
Cook at 180°C for 6–8 minutes or until cheese melts and turns golden and bubbly.
Remove carefully, sprinkle fresh coriander/parsley, slice, and serve hot!
Serving Ideas
Serve with ketchup, garlic dip, or chili sauce
Pair with soup or pasta for a full meal
Great as a quick evening snack or party appetizer
Tips for Best Results
Use fresh garlic for strong flavor
Don’t overload with sauce (bread can get soggy)
Use a mix of mozzarella + cheddar for extra taste
Keep an eye in last 1–2 minutes to avoid burning
Final Thoughts
This air fryer cheesy garlic bread (pizza toast style) is the perfect combination of crispy, buttery, garlicky goodness with melty cheese on top. Super quick and always a crowd favorite—you’ll want to make it again and again!