A whole loaf sliced into a grid, stuffed with garlic butter and cheese, then air-fried until crispy on top and irresistibly gooey inside. Perfect for parties or a cozy snack.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 round or oval crusty loaf (sourdough or boule)
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar (optional for extra flavor)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- Pinch of salt
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer
- Knife
- Aluminum foil
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Prep the Bread
- Cut the loaf in a crosshatch pattern (like a grid)
👉 Don’t cut all the way through
🔸 Step 2: Make Garlic Butter
- Mix butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and salt
🔸 Step 3: Stuff the Bread
- Gently open cuts
- Spread garlic butter into all crevices
- Stuff cheese deep into the cuts
🔸 Step 4: Wrap
- Wrap loosely in foil (leave top slightly open for crisping)
🔸 Step 5: Air Fry
- Preheat to 180°C (350°F)
- Cook for 8–10 minutes
🔸 Step 6: Crisp Finish
- Open foil
- Air fry another 2–3 minutes
✔ Cheese melted + top slightly crispy
🔸 Step 7: Serve
- Serve hot and pull apart pieces
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with marinara or garlic dip
- Pair with pasta 🍝
- Great party appetizer
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t cut through the base
✔ Stuff cheese deep for gooey pulls
✔ Use foil to prevent burning
✔ Add cheese in layers for better melt
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicy
Add chili flakes or jalapeños
🧀 Cheese Explosion
Add multiple cheeses
🥓 Loaded
Add cooked bacon bits
🍕 Pizza Style
Add sauce + pepperoni
❓ FAQs
Can I use regular bread?
Yes, but crusty bread works best.
Can I make ahead?
Prep and refrigerate, then air fry fresh.
Can I bake instead?
Yes—180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280–350
- Carbs: ~25g
- Fat: ~18g
- Protein: ~10g