Bruschetta is the simplest of starters — crisp, garlic-rubbed toast piled with fresh tomato and basil. The air fryer toasts the bread perfectly in minutes. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make bruschetta in an air fryer?
A: Air fry sliced bread at 180°C (360°F) for 4–6 minutes, rub with garlic, and top with dressed tomatoes and basil.
Q: How do you stop it going soggy?
A: Top it just before serving, and drain the tomatoes first.
The method
Drizzle slices of ciabatta or sourdough with oil and air fry until crisp and golden. Rub each warm slice with a cut garlic clove, then top with chopped tomatoes tossed with basil, oil and a little salt — drained of excess juice so the toast stays crisp. Top just before serving.
The recipe
Air Fryer Bruschetta
Ingredients
- 4 slices ciabatta
- 3 tomatoes, chopped
- Basil, garlic, olive oil
- Salt & pepper
Method
- Oil the bread; air fry at 180°C for 4–6 min.
- Rub warm toast with cut garlic.
- Mix drained tomatoes with basil and oil.
- Top just before serving.
Tips
- Drain the tomatoes so the toast stays crisp.
- Rub with garlic while the toast is warm.
- Top at the last minute.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make bruschetta in an air fryer?
Air fry oiled slices of bread at 180°C for 4–6 minutes until crisp, rub with garlic, and top with chopped tomatoes dressed with basil and olive oil.
How do you stop bruschetta going soggy?
Drain the chopped tomatoes of excess juice and top the toast only just before serving, so the crisp base doesn't soften.
What bread is best for bruschetta?
A sturdy ciabatta or sourdough holds up best to the topping and crisps beautifully in the air fryer.