Homemade Air Fryer Croutons are crispy, golden and easy to make! All you need is bread, olive oil and spices to make this recipe.
Making homemade croutons in an air fryer is truly a game changer! It's annoying to turn on the oven to make something as simple as croutons. Using the air fryer is perfect. You can add the croutons to a salad or soup right away or meal prep them to use throughout the week.
Why you'll love Air Fryer Croutons:
- Better than store-bought - These homemade Air Fryer Croutons are tastier and healthier than store-bought croutons!
- Minimal ingredients - All you need is bread, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Customizable - You can change up the spices based on preference.
- Fast - These croutons cook up in just 5-8 minutes.
- Great way to use up stale bread!
Ingredients overview:
- bread of choice - I recommend sourdough bread, baguette or something nice and crusty. Stale bread is great! You can use crusty gluten-free bread also.
- olive oil - You can use your favorite cooking oil or butter.
- spices - Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper are a great mix.
How to make croutons in the air fryer?
A complete list of ingredients, amounts and instructions is located on the recipe card below.
- Preheat your air fryer to 385 degrees F.
- Cut the bread into ¾ - 1 inch cubes.
- Place the bread cubes into a bowl with olive oil and spices.
- Combine with your hands until all the bread is coated.
- Place the bread into the preheated air fryer in a single layer.
- Cook the bread in two batches if you have a smaller air fryer.
- Air fry at 385 degrees F for 5-8 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Allow the croutons to cool before serving.
- Enjoy them on your favorite salad or soup!
Recipe pro-tips:
- Preheat your air fryer for even cooking.
- Cut the bread as evenly as possible so the pieces cook at the same time.
- Cook the bread in a single layer to ensure ultimate crispiness!
- Be sure to allow the croutons to cool because they crisp up even more as they cool.
Recipe variations:
- Season the croutons with onion powder and herbs de provence.
- Season the croutons with garlic powder and dried rosemary.
- Season the croutons with nutritional yeast and everything bagel seasoning.
Storage directions:
Store homemade croutons in an airtight container on the kitchen counter for up to a week.
Air Fryer Croutons
Homemade Air Fryer Croutons are crispy, golden and easy to make! All you need is bread, olive oil and spices to make this recipe.
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed bread of choice - I recommend sourdough bread, baguette or something nice and crusty. Stale bread is great! You can use crusty gluten-free bread also.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 pinches salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 385 degrees F. Cut the bread into ¾ - 1 inch cubes. Place the bread cubes into a bowl with olive oil and spices. Combine with your hands until all the bread is coated.
- Place the bread into the preheated air fryer in a single layer. Cook the bread in two batches if you have a smaller air fryer. Air fry at 385 degrees F for 5-8 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Allow the croutons to cool before serving. Enjoy them on your favorite salad or soup!
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Croutons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Sodium 174mg8%
Potassium 51mg1%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 13IU0%
Vitamin C 0.03mg0%
Calcium 27mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This nutrition information is an estimate and should not be taken as fact. The owner of this website is not liable for this estimation.
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