Air-Fried Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

Portions:4
Cooking Time:25 minutes
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Equipment

  • Airfreyer
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk,
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 1 small sourdough boule
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon minced anchovies or anchovy paste optional
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅔ cup grated smoked mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated pecorino cheese

Instructions

  • Place the sourdough boule on a cutting board.
  • If necessary, trim its edges so it fits snugly within the air fryer basket.
  • Cut through the top of the bread in a crisscross pattern, spacing the cuts every ½ inch, being careful not to cut all the way through so the bread stays together.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, minced anchovies (if using), and minced garlic.
  • Season the dressing liberally with salt and pepper, whisking again to combine.
  • Drizzle the dressing evenly into all the grooves of the bread, working on the cutting board.
  • Sprinkle the bread evenly with grated smoked mozzarella followed by grated pecorino cheese.
  • Place the bread in the air fryer basket, tent with a round of aluminum foil, and cook at 310°F (154°C) for 12 minutes.
  • Uncover the bread and cook until the edges are toasted and the cheese is golden brown, about 8 minutes more.
  • Remove the bread from the air fryer and serve hot.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Switch It Up:

For a classic garlic bread, omit the sherry vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovies. Double up on the minced garlic.
Optionally, add 1-2 tablespoons of melted butter to the olive oil-garlic mixture.
Swap out the pecorino for parmesan or add up to 2 tablespoons grated parmesan to the mozzarella-pecorino topping.

Wine Advice:

This indulgent garlic bread pairs beautifully with a medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot or Chianti. Alternatively, a crisp, acidic white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio would offer a refreshing contrast to the richness of the cheese and garlic. For non-alcoholic options, a sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon or lime would be equally delightful.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 23 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 16 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course Airfryer / Appetizer / Side Dish
Cuisine European / Italian