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    Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons

    Published: Nov 21, 2023 by Chuckie · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons will have you saying, "No more store-bought croutons for me"! Three ingredients and done.

    croutons just out of the air fryer.

    Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons

    A good salad is one of my favorite meals. But, have you noticed how some salads are just superior?

    For me, a superior salad needs superior croutons. Mix together a little olive oil, some seasoning, and some day-old bread for the best croutons money. And turn a blah bowl of greens into a new favorite salad.

    Croutons are important for the extra crunch they bring to your favorite salads or your favorite soups, but so often they just don't bring the flavor I'm looking for.

    Until now... because you can whip up a batch of Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons in literal minutes and have the best croutons ever.

    And an extra bonus! Homemade croutons are a fantastic way to use up leftover bread before it goes bad. I often make homemade bread, but sometimes we don't get it all eaten, my hard work doesn't go to waste with this quick Air Fryer recipe.

    completed air fryer croutons.

    Ingredients

    Simple ingredients and simple technique with exceptional croutons as a result! You won't be mad about whipping up a batch of homemade croutons.

    • Day-Old Bread--I used a partial loaf of French Bread. But you can use any kind of bread.
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil--is what I used, but you can use avocado oil or melted butter.
    • Everything But the Bagel Seasoning--is what I used. But any kind of seasoning you like will work.
    ingredients for air fryer croutons.

    How to Make Easy Homemade Croutons in Air Fryer

    Cut the loaf into 1-inch bread cubes using a serrated knife and put in a large bowl.

    Pour olive oil over cubed bread and toss to coat.

    Sprinkle with seasoning and toss to evenly season.

    Place bread cubes in Air Fryer basket. Bake at 400 degrees F. Tossing every 2-3 minutes. Cook until all sides are golden brown.

    Cooking times vary depending on your Air Fryer. Mine take 5 to 7 minutes.

    Serve over your favorite Caesar salad or tomato soup.

    adding oil to bread for air fryer croutons.
    air fryer croutons.
    adding seasoning to air fryer croutons.

    Cut Down on Food Waste

    Homemade croutons are a fantastic way to use up bread and keep from wasting food and money! Plus, you have a superior savory crouton for your little effort!

    Use any French baguette, Italian bread, sourdough bread, rye bread, or any leftover bread you have.

    Heck, you don't need a fancy bread! Even white, wheat regular sandwich bread, or hot dog buns work here.

    Substitutions and Variations

    Check out a few flavorful crouton variations and even a way to make them in the oven!

    • Air Fryer Garlic Croutons--Sprinkle with garlic salt instead of Bagel Seasoning
    • Air Fryer Parmesan Croutons--Add grated parmesan cheese to your seasoned croutons
    • Air Fryer Italian Croutons--Sprinkle some Italian seasoning and Kosher salt on your croutons with the oil for an Italian-flavored crouton. I like to use garlic salt to add a layer of flavor.
    • Oven-Baked Homemade Croutons--Bake your croutons on a baking tray in a single layer in a preheated 400-degree oven until you have crunchy croutons that are golden brown.

    Testers Tips for Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons

    Make Homemade Bread Crumbs

    If you use bread crumbs for recipes such as meatloaf or meatballs, put crush some of these homemade croutons for fantastic flavor! Crush in a baggie with a rolling pin or pulse in the food processor or blender.

    Storage

    Store leftover croutons in an airtight container at room temperature. Croutons will keep for several weeks.

    Something Else to Try

    Want something to try alongside your salad? Try one of these fantastic soups!

    One Pot Lasagna Soup

    Cozy Wild Rice Soup

    Or for another fantastic, fast, and tasty Air Fryer recipe, try Air Fryer Tortilla Pizza!

    DID YOU TRY THIS RECIPE? ❤️

    Lastly, if you tried Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons following this recipe, please let me know how you liked it by leaving a comment and/or 5 star rating!

    I love hearing from you! I'll do my best to respond to each comment.

    And, of course, if you make this recipe, tag me on Instagram! Seeing your photos is my favorite thing!

    FOOD SAFETY

    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
    finished air fryer croutons.

    croutons just out of the air fryer.

    Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons

    Easy Homemade Air Fryer Croutons will have you saying, "No more store-bought croutons for me"! Three ingredients and done.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 111 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 slices Bread Day-Old
    • ⅓ cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin
    • 1 ½ Tablespoon Everything But the Bagel Seasoning

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the loaf into 1-inch bread cubes using a serrated knife and put in a large bowl.
    • Pour olive oil over cubed bread and toss to coat.
    • Sprinkle with seasoning and toss to evenly season.
    • Place bread cubes in Air Fryer basket. Bake at 400 degrees F. Tossing every 2-3 minutes. Cook until all sides are golden brown.
    • Cooking times vary depending on your Air Fryer. Mine take 5 to 7 minutes.
    • Serve over your favorite Caesar salad or tomato soup.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 197mgPotassium: 1mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 0.003gVitamin A: 0.03IUCalcium: 0.3mgIron: 0.1mg
    Keyword air fryer, crouton, salad
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    1. Lisa Hemby

      November 23, 2023 at 8:06 am

      Why have I never thought of this??? Genius!!

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      • Chuckie

        November 23, 2023 at 8:21 pm

        Right?! And sooo much better than store-bought.

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