🥖 Air Fryer Croutons for Beginners

Craving crunchy, golden croutons without turning on the oven? Your air fryer is the perfect tool! These homemade croutons are simple, quick, and perfect for soups, salads, or just snacking.

🛒 Ingredients:

• 4 slices of day-old bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste

🔪 Instructions:

1. Prep the Bread

• Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes (around 1-inch).
• Place them in a large mixing bowl.

2. Season

• Drizzle the olive oil or butter over the cubes.
• Sprinkle the garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper.
• Toss everything well until the bread is evenly coated.

3. Air Fry

• Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
• Place the cubes in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to work in batches).
• Air fry for 5–7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the croutons are golden and crispy.

✅ Tips:

• Use stale or slightly dry bread for best texture.
• Customize your seasoning with parmesan cheese, paprika, or chili flakes.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

🍲 How to Use Croutons:

• Sprinkle over Caesar salad or tomato soup.
• Use as a crunchy topping for casseroles.
• Eat them as a crunchy snack!