This Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread is buttery, cheesy, and baked until perfectly golden with soft pull-apart pieces in every bite. It’s an easy air fryer bread that comes together fast and makes the perfect side dish or crowd-pleasing appetizer.
If you love savory pull-apart bread, this Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread is about to become your new favorite.
Made with soft biscuit pieces tossed in garlic butter, herbs, and plenty of Parmesan, it cooks up golden and irresistible in the air fryer, no oven needed.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day, or anytime you want an easy bread that disappears fast..
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- It’s ready fast, thanks to the air fryer, no long bake time needed.
- Soft, buttery pull-apart pieces with bold garlic and Parmesan flavor.
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
- Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack for sharing.
- No oven required, making it great for busy nights or hot days.
Ingredients Needed
- Frozen Bread Dough: Any brand, thawed.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter
- Garlic Powder: You can also use minced garlic.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: You can also use shredded parmesan cheese.
- Parsley: Use fresh or dried parsley.
Optional Variations:
- Add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to the garlic butter for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan or mozzarella on top before cooking for a cheesier pull-apart bread.
How To Make Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread
Step One: Start by cutting the thawed dough into 1-inch pieces. Roll the dough into the melted butter.
Step Two: Place the buttered dough into a pan. Then in another bowl, add the rest of the melted butter, garlic powder, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese, and brush over the rolls.
Step Three: Put the pan into the air fryer basket set cook time for 8-12 minutes at air fryer temperature of 320 degrees F, Check to see if the dough is fully cooked before removing it.
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread Recipe Tips
- Use thawed biscuit dough: Ensure dough is fully thawed for even cooking and proper pull-apart texture.
- Coat thoroughly in butter: Rolling each piece in melted butter helps achieve maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Leave a little space between pieces for even cooking and golden edges.
- Check air fryer early: Cooking times can vary; start checking at 8 minutes to prevent overbrowning.
- Customize flavors: Add herbs like rosemary or thyme, or extra Parmesan for a bolder taste.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store cooled monkey bread in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for 3–4 days; reheat in the air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly in foil or a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 1 month; thaw completely and reheat in the air fryer before serving..
Other Cooking Instructions
- Oven Method: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the prepared monkey bread in a greased oven-safe pan and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Serving Suggestions
- INSTANT POT ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
- INSTANT POT COPYCAT PANERA’S BROCCOLI AND CHEDDAR SOUP
- EASY INSTANT POT CURRIED PUMPKIN SOUP
- INSTANT POT CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP
- INSTANT POT FRENCH ONION SOUP
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread Recipe Faqs
Can I use refrigerated biscuit dough instead of frozen? Yes, just make sure it’s fully thawed before cutting and coating in butter.
Can I make this ahead of time? You can prep the dough and butter mixture in advance, but cook it fresh in the air fryer or oven for best texture.
Can I freeze leftover monkey bread? Yes, wrap tightly in foil or a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw completely before reheating.
How do I reheat leftovers? Reheat in the air fryer at 320°F for 3–5 minutes or in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until warm and crispy.
Can I make it sweet instead of savory? Absolutely! Swap the garlic and Parmesan for melted butter, cinnamon, and sugar for a sweet pull-apart treat.
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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound bread dough, thawed
- 1/4 cup butter, unsalted and melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon parsley
Instructions
- Start by cutting the thawed 1 pound bread dough into 1-inch pieces.
- Roll the dough into the melted 1/4 cup butter.
- Place the buttered dough into a pan.
- Then in another bowl, add the rest of the melted butter, and add the 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon parsley and grated 6 tablespoons parmesan cheese, brush over the rolls.
- Put the pan into the air fryer basket, set cook time for 8-12 minutes at air fryer temperature of 320 degrees F.
- Check to see if the dough is fully cooked before removing it.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
Nutrition
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