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air fryer croutons

Air Fryer Croutons Recipe

Turn leftover bread into crispy air fryer croutons in minutes. Perfect for topping soups and salads with golden, crunchy texture.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 155kcal
Author: Ruth Truett

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4-5 cups stale bread of choice cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 5 tablespoon salted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°.
  • Toss the bread cubes with melted butter and seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces so they crisp properly.
  • Air fry for 8–12 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and crunchy.
  • Cool slightly before serving — they’ll continue to crisp as they rest.

Notes

Everyone's air fryer will cook at a different rate. 10 minutes is the average cook time, but it could take a little less time or a little more time. Just keep an eye on the croutons and toss them to allow for even cooking and perfect crispiness. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 595mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg
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