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    Easy Air Fryer Garlic Bread

    Jul 7, 2022 · 13 Comments

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    How to make 'buttery', garlicky air fryer garlic bread (oven method also included) with just 4 ingredients in under 10 minutes! This vegan garlic bread is crispy around the edges with a soft garlic-'butter' center and ready to complete any meal!

    several pieces of completed Vegan Air Fryer Garlic Bread on a white plate

    4-Ingredient Vegan Air Fryer Garlic Bread in 10 minutes!

    When it comes to side dishes, garlic bread is a top-tier option. With a flavorful vegan garlic-butter topping over tender bread with crispy edges, this simple side is super delicious, pairs well with tons of meals, and is quick and simple to prepare at home as oven-baked or air fryer garlic bread!

    While there are options for dairy-free garlic bread in some grocery stores now, the options are still few and far between and not readily available everywhere. Luckily, this vegan garlic bread recipe requires just 4 ingredients and is customizable. I.e., use gluten-free bread, adjust the amount of topping used, add vegan cheese, fresh herbs, or some spice, etc., and all 100% dairy-free!

    Best of all, this air fryer garlic toast/ bread is meal-prep and freezer friendly. Just add a couple of minutes to the cooking time for delicious air fryer frozen garlic bread! When ready, enjoy the vegan garlic bread with soups (like this Vegetarian Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup), veggie stew, pasta dishes, and more!

    The Ingredients

    This vegan garlic bread recipe requires just four base ingredients.

    ingredients for air fryer garlic bread on a white surface
    • Vegan butter: Use your favorite dairy-free butter, lightly salted.
    • Garlic: Use minced garlic, adjusting the amount to taste.

    For an alternative flavor profile, you could use roasted garlic, increasing the amount to taste. The flavor is super mellow but delicious.

    • Nutritional yeast: (optional) Will add a subtle cheesiness and umami depth, like a vegan parmesan cheese alternative.
    • Bread: I like to use a baguette, but you can also use other Italian bread, ciabatta bread, naan, and focaccia, a crusty loaf, or even sandwich bread (for garlic toast in an air fryer) in a pinch. Use gluten-free bread if necessary.

    Recipe Variations and Add-Ins

    There are several simple ways to add extra flavor to the air fryer garlic toast/bread, whether you want spice, 'cheesiness', or added depth.

    • Parsley: One of the easiest ways to boost your homemade vegan garlic bread is with freshly minced parsley. Scallions/green onion and/or chives should also work.
    • Dried herbs: For a different flavor, experiment with herbs like Italian seasoning, dried thyme, and/or oregano.
    • Red pepper flakes: Adjust the amount to taste based on if you'd like a subtle heat or POW! Alternatively, add some chili sauce directly to the vegan garlic butter mixture.
    • Vegan cheese: Use a vegan cheese that melts well. I like to use a cheddar-style cheese and shred it over the air fryer garlic toast before cooking it. Vegan parmesan to sprinkle over the bread slices will also work well.
    • Black pepper: Added to taste.
    • Onion powder: Added to taste for extra depth. I recommend ½ teaspoon to begin with.

    How to Make Air Fryer Garlic Bread?

    Preparing garlic bread in an air fryer is simple and requires just a few fuss-free steps.

    • 1) In a small bowl, combine the vegan butter, garlic, and nutritional yeast (if using) and mix thoroughly.
    ingredients for air fryer garlic bread on a white surface
    process of mixing ingredients for Vegan Air Fryer Garlic Bread in a small white bowl
    • 2) Then, slice the baguette in half lengthwise or into individual 1-inch round slices and spread the garlic butter mixture across each half.
    process of spreading garlic bread mixture on three pieces of sliced bread

    For a more traditional supermarket-style pull-apart vegan garlic bread baguette, place a chopstick or pencil beside the baguette and slice the baguette every 1-inch apart until you reach the pencil/chopstick (so you don't cut entirely through the slices, similar to Hasselback potatoes). Then spread the vegan garlic butter mixture between the crevices so both sides of the bread are buttered. Spread any excess over the top of the baguette, too, and cook.

    • 3) Place the garlic bread in a single layer, face-up in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.
    several pre air fried pieces of garlic bread on air fryer rack
    • 4) Air fry the garlic bread at 350F/177C for 4-5 minutes, watching it to ensure it doesn't burn.
    process of air fryer garlic bread in air fryer displaying settings

    FAQs

    Can I bake the vegan garlic bread?

    You can bake the garlic bread at 350ºF/175ºC until it's golden brown with crispy edges. The exact time will differ based on the size and thickness of the bread you're using. For baguette, I bake it for 10-12 minutes.

    Can I substitute the vegan butter?

    You could use olive oil (make sure it's light, not EVOO), though the results won't be as rich and creamy, and the flavor will vary. Using a 50/50 mix of oil and vegan butter would also work.

    What is the best bread for air fryer garlic bread?

    I highly recommend using a baguette for this vegan garlic bread recipe. There are several types, including ones with a softer vs. crispier outer crust, so experiment to find your favorite option. I love using a French baguette or Italian baguette.

    Do you need to preheat the air fryer?

    If your particular model tells you to, then yes. However, there is no need to preheat it for this air fryer garlic bread recipe.

    Can you make air fryer frozen garlic bread?

    Absolutely, cooking frozen garlic bread in an air fryer is really simple and just requires adding a minute or two (usually 6-7 minutes) to the cooking time —simple!

    This works for homemade frozen garlic bread and store-bought versions.

    Top Recipe Tips and Notes

    • Use softened vegan butter: Otherwise, combining all the ingredients for the topping will be hard. To soften it quickly, microwave the vegan butter for a few seconds.
    • Be liberal with the topping: Dry vegan garlic bread with barely any topping is so disappointing. Be liberal with it!
    • For a stronger garlic flavor: Instead of adding more garlic (which you can also do), add depth and robustness to the garlic flavor by adding garlic powder.
    • Soft vs. crispy garlic bread: If you'd prefer softer air fryer garlic bread, wrap the bread loosely in foil when cooking it, so to lock in moisture. Remove the foil in the last 2-3 minutes for soft bread that's subtly crisp on the edges.
    • Air fryer time will vary: Based on the size, thickness, and type of your bread, as well as your air fryer model. You can also adjust the time based on how crispy you want the air-fried garlic bread to be.
    several pieces of completed Vegan Air Fryer Garlic Bread on a white plate

    How To Serve Vegan Garlic Bread?

    Garlic bread is a super versatile (and delicious) side for almost any meal. Some of my favorite meal pairings include:

    • With soups and stews
    • To mop up vegan chili
    • Saucy vegan pasta dishes and lasagna
    • Creamy curries and curried dishes
    • As a crunchy side to salads (like a vegan Caesar salad or an Italian tomato-based salad)
    • Serve the air fryer garlic bread with warm marinara sauce for dipping
    • Use the air-fried garlic bread as a base for bruschetta
    • Slather with some of my easy vegan cheese sauce

    Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions

    Make ahead: You can prepare the vegan garlic butter mixture and store it covered in the fridge for 5-7 days. To use it, bring it back to room temperature, spread over bread, and air fry as usual.

    Alternatively, spread the vegan garlic butter over the baguette and then flash freeze the slices until solid. Transfer them to a Ziplock/Stasher bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Air fry the frozen garlic bread, adding a minute or two to the air frying time.

    Store: Enjoy the air-fried garlic bread immediately for the best texture. Leftovers will store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. If you have any leftover vegan garlic butter mixture, cover it and store it for several days in the fridge.

    Reheat: Place it back in your air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through (just 2-3 minutes should be enough).

    More Vegan Air Fryer Recipes

    • Hasselback potatoes
    • Dehydrated apple chips
    • Crispy air fryer tofu
    • Air fryer pizza rolls
    • Vegan black bean nachos
    • Air fryer hash browns
    • Butternut squash (cubes & halves)
    • Air fryer asparagus

    If you try this easy vegan air fryer garlic bread recipe, I'd love to know what you think in the comments below. I'd also really appreciate a recipe card rating!

    Photos by Alfonso Revilla

    several pieces of completed Vegan Air Fryer Garlic Bread on a white plate

    Easy Air Fryer Garlic Bread

    How to make 'buttery', garlicky air fryer garlic bread (oven method also included) with just 4 ingredients in under 10 minutes! This vegan garlic bread is crispy around the edges with a soft garlic-'butter' center and ready to complete any meal!
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 10 pieces
    Calories 102 kcal

    Equipment

    • measuring spoons
    • air fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tablespoons of vegan butter at room temperature
    • 3 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast optional
    • 1 baguette halved lengthwise

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix together the vegan butter, garlic, and nutritional yeast (if using).
    • Spread the vegan butter mixture onto the baguette halve, and place them face up in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    • Turn the air fryer on at 350 degrees F and cook for 5 minutes.

    Notes

    • Use softened vegan butter: Otherwise, combining all the ingredients for the topping will be hard. To soften it quickly, microwave the vegan butter for a few seconds.
    • Soft vs. crispy garlic bread: If you'd prefer softer air fryer garlic bread, wrap the bread loosely in foil when cooking it, so to lock in moisture. Remove the foil in the last 2-3 minutes for soft bread that's subtly crisp on the edges.
    • Air fryer time will vary: Based on the size, thickness, and type of your bread, as well as your air fryer model. You can also adjust the time based on how crispy you want the air-fried garlic bread to be.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 191mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 214IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword air fryer, baguette, bread, dairy free, easy side dish, freezer friendly, garlic, garlic bread, meal prep, quick recipe, quick recipes, vegan, vegetarian
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    Disclaimer: Although foodsharingvegan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, kindly note that these are only estimates. Nutritional information may be affected based on the product type, the brand that was purchased, and in other unforeseeable ways. Foodsharingvegan.com will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information. If you need to follow a specific caloric regimen, please consult your doctor first.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Andrea says

      July 07, 2022 at 11:38 pm

      5 stars
      Love how quick this garlic bread is to whip up. Soooo good!

      Reply
    2. Katie says

      July 08, 2022 at 4:27 pm

      5 stars
      This garlic bread is incredible, and it is so easy to make since it's an air fryer recipe!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 10, 2022 at 9:47 pm

        Right?! So easy and delicious! The perfect side!

        Reply
    3. Janaye says

      July 10, 2022 at 4:33 am

      5 stars
      I didn’t know you could cook garlic bread in the air fryer this looks soo good!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 10, 2022 at 9:51 pm

        Same! It turned out so so good!

        Reply
    4. Tina says

      July 10, 2022 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      Love that you can make this garlic bread in the air fryer!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 10, 2022 at 9:53 pm

        Same! So easy to make and full of flavor!

        Reply
    5. Gina H. says

      July 12, 2022 at 5:04 pm

      5 stars
      I'm drooling! This is such a delicious recipe - perfect amount of garlic and crispiness!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 18, 2022 at 2:44 am

        Right?! Love this garlic bread!

        Reply
    6. Teodora says

      July 17, 2022 at 10:03 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect when having guests over! Especially during the summer!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 18, 2022 at 2:47 am

        Definitely a crowd pleaser!

        Reply
    7. Michelle says

      July 24, 2022 at 10:01 pm

      5 stars
      I tried to make this without a recipe first but this was SO much better!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        July 31, 2022 at 12:11 am

        Toni makes the best recipes!

        Reply

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