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Air Fryer Croutons

Transform stale bread into crunchy, delicious croutons using your air fryer. These easy-to-make bites are perfect for salads, soups, or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crouton Ingredients
  • 4 cups bread cubes (any type of stale bread) Stale bread works best for texture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Essential for crisping without unhealthy fats.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can substitute with fresh garlic for a bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Fresh chopped onions can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • to taste dried herbs (optional) Use oregano, Italian seasoning, or your favorite herbs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cube the bread into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Toss the bread cubes in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dried herbs if using.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Air fry for 5-8 minutes or until golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through.
  4. Let the croutons cool before serving to firm up and maintain crunch.

Notes

Avoid using bread straight from the bag; stale bread yields the best results. For enhanced flavor, marinate bread in seasoning for 30 minutes beforehand. Store in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.