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No-Knead Air Fryer Garlic-Parmesan Rolls


  • Author: Jake
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes–1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 rolls 1x

Description

These No-Knead Air Fryer Garlic-Parmesan Rolls are fluffy inside, golden on top, and ready fast—no stand mixer, no kneading. Perfect for weeknights with a buttery garlic-parmesan finish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm water, 105–115°F (40–46°C)
  • 1 tbsp (12 g) granulated sugar
  • 2¼ tsp (7 g; 1 packet) instant (rapid-rise) yeast
  • 3 cups (330–360 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (6 g) fine sea salt
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
  • 3 tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • 3 cloves (9–12 g) garlic, finely minced (or ¾ tsp garlic powder)
  • ½ cup (45 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 tbsp (3–6 g) fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Pinch fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Whisk warm water and sugar in a large bowl. Sprinkle in yeast, whisk briefly.
  2. Add 2¾ cups flour and salt; stir until shaggy. Drizzle in olive oil; fold to combine. Dough should be sticky.
  3. Cover and rise 35–45 minutes until doubled.
  4. Scrape onto floured surface, divide into 12 pieces (55–65 g each). Roll into balls, rest 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 350°F (177°C) for 3 minutes. Place 6 balls on parchment in basket. Air fry 8 minutes.
  6. Brush with butter-oil-garlic mixture, sprinkle Parmesan, return to air fryer 2–4 minutes until golden and 195–200°F inside. Repeat with remaining rolls.
  7. Stir butter, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and pinch salt. Brush warm rolls. Finish with extra Parmesan if desired. For more color, air fry 1–2 minutes extra.

Notes

Sticky dough = soft rolls, resist extra flour. Air fry in two stages for golden tops without dryness. Use oiled hands if dough is too sticky. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and seasoning swaps available.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–12 minutes per batch
  • Category: Bread, Side Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: air fryer rolls, garlic parmesan bread, no knead dinner rolls, quick bread