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Homemade Croutons

Name: Homemade Croutons (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: ~3 cups
Ingredients: 4 cups bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (day-old bread is ideal, sourdough, French, or Italian); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan (optional)

Yield

Prep

Total

~3 cups

11m

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Transform day-old bread into crunchy croutons with a little oil and seasoning. The air fryer crisps them up quickly and evenly. This page includes the recipe and ideal air frying times and temperatures.

Ingredients

4 cups bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (day-old bread is ideal, sourdough, French, or Italian)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon grated parmesan (optional)

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Steps

01Cut the bread into roughly even cubes. They don't need to be perfect. Some irregular edges get extra crispy.
02Toss the cubes with olive oil in a bowl until every piece is lightly coated.
03Sprinkle with all the seasonings and parmesan. Toss again.
04Ready for the air fryer. Cook in a single layer and shake frequently.
05Cool completely before storing. They crisp up more as they cool.

Day-old bread is better than fresh because it's already partially dried out. Fresh bread has too much moisture and takes longer to crisp. If your bread is fresh, cut the cubes and leave them uncovered on the counter for a few hours first, or toast them in the air fryer for 2 minutes at 300°F before adding the oil and seasoning.

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How to Air Fry It

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375°F

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01Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
02Spread the bread cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Note: be sure to season with the Garlic Parmesan or Tuscan Sun seasoning before adding them.
03Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
04Check for crunchiness, adding 1-2 minutes if needed.
05Remove from the air fryer and let cool completely to crisp up further.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.

Recipe Notes

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Meal Prep

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days. Re-crisp at 350°F (175°C) for 1-2 minutes if needed. Basically crackers at this point.

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