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5-Minute Air Fryer Roasted Garlic

This ultra-fast air fryer roasted garlic delivers all the deep, sweet, and creamy flavor of traditional slow-roasted garlic in just 5 minutes. Perfect for spreading, dipping, or enhancing any dish with gourmet flair.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Garlic Bulbs (Whole Heads)
  • 2 heads garlic large, healthy heads without blemishes or sprouts
Seasoning & Oil
  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil per bulb
  • pinch sea salt
  • pinch black pepper
Optional Flavor Enhancers
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary or thyme per bulb

Equipment

  • Air Fryer,
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Prep the Bulbs: Slice off about 1/4 inch from the top of each whole garlic head, exposing the cloves. Leave the paper skin intact to help with steaming.
  2. Season and Wrap: Place each bulb cut-side up on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with ½ tsp olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Tuck in a sprig of rosemary or thyme if desired.
  3. Create the Pocket: Fold up the foil edges and tightly wrap each bulb to create a sealed pocket. This traps steam for faster cooking and better texture.
  4. Load the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the foil-wrapped bulbs directly into the basket.
  5. The Magic 5 Minutes: Cook for 5–7 minutes depending on bulb size. Start checking at 5 minutes — cloves should feel soft when gently pressed.
  6. Check and Serve: Carefully open the foil packet (it will be hot). Squeeze out the roasted cloves into a bowl and mash with a fork for a creamy spread.

Nutrition

Calories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 2gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 20mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

This roasted garlic spread can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen in cubes for months. A great batch-friendly recipe for meal prepping or last-minute entertaining!
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