Quick & Easy Air Fryer Homemade Croutons
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Quick & Easy Air Fryer Homemade Croutons
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Transform ordinary or slightly stale bread into crispy, flavorful, buttery croutons in your air fryer in just 10 minutes. These versatile, seasoned croutons are perfect for topping salads and soups or using in any recipe calling for crispy bread cubes or breadcrumbs.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 4 slices bread cut into bite-sized pieces
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Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the butter, parsley, onion powder, seasoned salt, and garlic salt. Stir well.
- Add the bread to the bowl and carefully stir to coat the bread with the seasoned butter.
- Place buttered bread into the air fryer basket and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the bread is toasted. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Bread choice matters: Denser breads like sourdough create sturdier croutons, while softer breads make lighter, crispier ones
- Stale bread advantage: Slightly dry bread actually makes better croutons as it absorbs less butter and crisps more evenly
- Cut size is key: Keep your bread cubes consistent in size for even cooking
- Don't overcrowd: Arrange in a single layer with some space between pieces for optimal air circulation
- Butter vs. oil: Butter provides more flavor, but olive oil or avocado oil work well for dairy-free options
- Temperature matters: If your croutons are browning too quickly, reduce the temperature to 325°F and extend cooking time slightly
- Check frequently: Every air fryer model cooks differently, so check often the first time you make these
- Cool completely: Croutons continue to crisp as they cool, so don't judge their texture straight from the air fryer
Nutrition Information
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Calories
127kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
777mg
(32%)
Potassium
51mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
175IU
(4%)
Calcium
39mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 777mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 51mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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