Soft, golden rolls are stuffed with gooey melted cheese, brushed with garlic butter, and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. These easy air fryer cheese stuffed garlic rolls make a quick, irresistible side dish or appetizer everyone will love.
Easy Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Garlic Rolls are the perfect combination of soft, buttery bread and warm, melty cheese.
Made quickly in the air fryer and brushed with flavorful garlic butter, these rolls are an irresistible side dish or appetizer that pairs perfectly with pasta, soups, or any family meal.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes thanks to the air fryer.
- Cheesy and Gooey: Perfectly melted cheese inside every roll.
- Golden and Buttery: Crispy outside with soft, tender inside.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A hit with kids and adults alike.
- Versatile Side Dish: Pairs with pasta, soup, salad, or as a snack.
Ingredients Needed
- Pizza Dough, either store-bought or homemade: Soft dough that forms the base for cheesy garlic rolls.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Melty, creamy cheese that stretches perfectly when baked.
- Unsalted Butter: Adds rich, buttery flavor without overpowering other ingredients.
- Italian Seasoning: Blend of herbs that enhances garlic and cheese flavor.
- Minced Garlic: Provides aromatic, savory flavor throughout the garlic rolls.
- Parmesan Cheese: Sharp, nutty cheese for sprinkling on top before baking.
- Marinara Sauce for Serving: Tangy tomato sauce perfect for dipping warm rolls.
How To Make Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Garlic Rolls
Step One: Start by diving your dough into about 10 equal pieces. On a floured surface, roll the dough out. Cut your mozzarella cheese pieces smaller than the dough pieces. Fold the edges up so that the dough is closed around the cheese. Place the dough on the air fryer tray.
Step Two: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic. Using a pastry brush, brush the butter mixture over the dough. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Set into the air fryer, set cook time for 8-10 minutes at air fryer temperature of 320 degrees F, air fryer setting. Remove when browned. Serve with a side of marinara sauce.
Easy Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Garlic Rolls Recipe Tips
- Use fresh mozzarella for the best melty, gooey texture.
- Seal the edges well to prevent cheese from leaking during cooking.
- Brush with garlic butter generously for maximum flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Check rolls early as air fryer times may vary by model.
- Serve immediately for warm, gooey cheese and soft rolls.
- Optional toppings: Sprinkle extra Parmesan or Italian herbs for added flavor.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store cooled rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer or oven before serving.
- Reheating Tip: Warm in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness and melty cheese.
Easy Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Garlic Rolls Recipe Faqs
Can I use store-bought pizza dough? Yes! Both store-bought and homemade pizza dough work perfectly for this recipe.
Can I use a different type of cheese? Absolutely. Mozzarella is classic, but cheddar, provolone, or a cheese blend also works.
How do I prevent the cheese from leaking? Make sure to seal the edges tightly around the cheese and avoid overfilling.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, assemble ahead and refrigerate. Cook in the air fryer just before serving.
Can I freeze the rolls? Yes, freeze before baking. Reheat in the air fryer or oven for best results.
What should I serve with these garlic rolls? They’re perfect with marinara sauce, pasta, soups, or as a snack on their own.
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Easy Air Fryer Cheese Stuffed Garlic Rolls
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 3 tablespoons Butter, Unsalted
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce, for Serving
Instructions
- Start by diving your 1 pound pizza dough into about 10 equal pieces.
- On a floured surface, roll the dough out.
- Cut your 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese pieces smaller than the dough pieces.
- Fold the edges up so that the dough is closed around the cheese.
- Place the dough on the air fryer tray.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted 3 tablespoons Butter, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and minced 1 teaspoon garlic. Using a pastry brush, brush the butter mixture over the dough.
- Sprinkle with the 4 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese
- Set into the air fryer, set cook time for 8-10 minutes at 320 degrees F, air fryer setting. Remove when browned.
- Serve with a side of 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce
Equipment
- Baking Pan
Nutrition
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Patricia
Can I cook thses in the oven, I don’t have an air fryer.