Air Fryer Croutons
Easy homemade air fryer croutons that add a delightful crunch to salads and soups with customizable flavors and less oil.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups bread (day-old works best) You can use sourdough, whole grain, or gluten-free bread.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil Can be substituted with avocado or sunflower oil.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adjust based on your taste preference.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- optional any additional herbs or seasonings Feel free to customize with other flavors like cayenne, basil, or Parmesan cheese.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the bread into even cubes, roughly 1-inch in size.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes with olive oil and toss until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper over the bread and toss again to coat.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned bread cubes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Remove from the air fryer once they are golden and crisp, and let them cool completely before using or storing.
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Notes
For best results, use slightly stale bread. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.