Crispy garlic butter bread topped with marinara, cheese, and savory toppings in the air fryer, ready in minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Bread & Garlic Butter
01 - 4 slices thick-cut bread (sourdough, Italian, or sandwich)
02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Sauce & Cheese
06 - 120 ml marinara sauce
07 - 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 25 g grated Parmesan cheese
→ Toppings (optional)
09 - 12–16 slices pepperoni or vegetarian alternative
10 - 60 ml sliced black olives
11 - 60 ml diced bell pepper
12 - 60 ml sliced mushrooms
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
14 - Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (190°C) for 2 minutes.
02 - Combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt in a small bowl; mix well.
03 - Spread the garlic butter evenly over one side of each bread slice.
04 - Place bread slices, buttered side up, in a single layer inside the air fryer basket; work in batches if necessary.
05 - Spoon approximately 30 ml marinara sauce onto each slice, then evenly sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
06 - Distribute desired toppings over the cheese, then sprinkle dried oregano or Italian seasoning on top.
07 - Cook at 370°F (190°C) for 6 to 8 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden and bread is crisp.
08 - Carefully remove from the air fryer, allow to cool slightly, then serve warm with optional garnishes such as fresh parsley or crushed red pepper flakes.
