This garlic flatbread cooked in the air fryer is soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden with just the right amount of garlicky flavor. It's a quick and easy side or snack that I can whip up with simple ingredients, and it's ready in just minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love how fast and convenient it is to make this flatbread in the air fryer—no oven needed and no waiting around for dough to rise for hours. The texture comes out just right: crisp on the outside and tender inside. It’s a versatile bread that I can pair with soups, dips, or even use as a base for wraps and mini pizzas. Plus, the aroma of fresh garlic and butter is absolutely irresistible.
ingredients
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- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Plain yogurt
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Butter
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
directions
- In a large bowl, I mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- I add the yogurt and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- I knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes until smooth.
- I divide the dough into equal portions and roll them out into flat rounds.
- In a small bowl, I combine melted butter with minced garlic.
- I brush one side of each dough round with the garlic butter mixture.
- I preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- I place the flatbreads in the air fryer basket, buttered side up (working in batches if needed), and cook for about 5–6 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- I garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 4–6 flatbreads, depending on the size I roll them. Prep time takes around 10 minutes, and cooking each batch in the air fryer takes about 5–6 minutes. So the total time is roughly 20 minutes.
Variations
I sometimes add shredded cheese on top before air frying to make cheesy garlic flatbreads. For a spicier kick, I like to mix in a pinch of chili flakes with the garlic butter. Using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose adds a nuttier flavor and a bit more fiber. I’ve also tried adding chopped herbs like rosemary or thyme directly into the dough for extra flavor.
storage/reheating
If I have leftovers, I store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. To reheat, I pop them back into the air fryer at 350°F for 2–3 minutes or until warm. They also reheat well in a skillet or microwave, but the air fryer gives the best texture.
FAQs
How do I keep the flatbread from drying out in the air fryer?
I make sure not to overcook them and brush them with enough garlic butter before and after cooking to keep them soft and flavorful.
Can I freeze garlic flatbread?
Yes, I freeze cooked flatbreads in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag. They reheat well in the air fryer straight from frozen.
What kind of yogurt should I use?
I use plain Greek or regular yogurt—both work well, but Greek gives a slightly firmer texture.
Do I need to flip the flatbread in the air fryer?
No, I usually don’t flip them because the top crisps up nicely without it. But if I want both sides extra crisp, flipping halfway works too.
Can I make this without garlic?
Absolutely. I skip the garlic and just use plain melted butter or olive oil if I want a more neutral flatbread.
Conclusion
This air fryer garlic flatbread is one of my go-to quick bread recipes when I want something warm, soft, and satisfying without turning on the oven. It’s easy, flavorful, and adaptable to whatever I’m serving it with. Once I try it, it’s hard not to come back to it again and again.
Garlic Flatbread in Air Fryer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes per batch
- Total Time: ~20 minutes
- Yield: Yield: 4–6 flatbreads
- Category: Bread, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired, Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Garlic Flatbread in Air Fryer is a quick and easy recipe that delivers soft, fluffy flatbread with a delicious garlicky kick—all made effortlessly in your air fryer. Perfect as a snack, side, or wrap base, this no-yeast flatbread is ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Plain yogurt
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Butter
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add yogurt and olive oil; mix to form a soft dough.
- Knead on a floured surface until smooth.
- Divide and roll into flat rounds.
- Combine melted butter with minced garlic.
- Brush dough rounds with garlic butter.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Air fry flatbreads (buttered side up) for 5–6 minutes until golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Add shredded cheese before cooking for a cheesy version.
- Mix in chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Swap in whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
- Add herbs like rosemary or thyme into the dough for more flavor.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days; reheat in air fryer for best texture.
