Air Fryer Croutons is made with cubed bread, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder; air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes to serve 4. 120 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Cut the bread into even 3/4-inch cubes, preferably using day-old or slightly stale bread for the best crunch.
- 2
Toss the bread cubes in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- 3
Spread the seasoned cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
- 4
Cook at 400°F for 5-6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy on all sides.
- 5
Let the croutons cool completely before storing — they will crisp up further as they cool.
Tip: The key to great croutons is even-sized cubes so they cook at the same rate. Rustic breads like sourdough or ciabatta work best.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 8 minutes vs ~13 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🔥Rapid air circulation delivers oven-quality results in a fraction of the time.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Air Fryer Croutons at 400°F for 8 minutes. The key to great croutons is even-sized cubes so they cook at the same rate. Rustic breads like sourdough or ciabatta work best.
You need: 4 cups cubed bread (3/4-inch pieces), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, pinch of black pepper. This recipe serves 4 with 120 calories per serving.
Air Fryer Croutons takes 8 minutes total at 400°F. Let the croutons cool completely before storing — they will crisp up further as they cool.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 8 minutes at 400°F.
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