- Prepare Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a tablespoon of milk to achieve a spreadable consistency.
- Cut Bread:
- Cut the French bread or baguette into slices, leaving one side attached so that you can stuff the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread Cream Cheese:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into the slices of the bread.
- Reassemble Bread:
- Gently press the bread slices together, sandwiching the cream cheese filling.
- Brush with Butter:
- Brush the top of the bread with melted butter. This helps in achieving a golden-brown and crispy crust.
- Air Fry:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Place the cream cheese stuffed bread in the air fryer basket.
- Air Fry for Crispy Exterior:
- Air fry for 5-8 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy on the outside. Cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer model, so keep an eye on it.
- Optional: Sprinkle with Cinnamon Sugar:
- For an extra touch of sweetness, you can sprinkle the top of the bread with cinnamon sugar before air frying.
- Serve:
- Once done, remove from the air fryer and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.
Enjoy your delicious Air Fryer Cream Cheese Stuffed Bread as a sweet and savory treat! Adjust the sweetness to your liking and get creative with additional toppings if desired.