Best 3 Homemade Croutons In The Air Fryer Recipes

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**Homemade Croutons in the Air Fryer: A Crispy and Versatile Addition to Your Meals**

Homemade croutons are a delicious and versatile addition to salads, soups, and other dishes. They add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor that can elevate any meal. With an air fryer, you can easily make croutons at home in just a few minutes. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making perfect croutons in the air fryer, using simple ingredients like bread, olive oil, and seasonings. We'll also explore variations on the classic crouton recipe, including Parmesan cheese croutons, garlic croutons, and herb croutons. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a crouton recipe that you'll love. So, let's get started and make some crispy and flavorfulhomemade croutons in the air fryer!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR FRYER CROUTONS



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Homemade croutons are so easy to make! Make the crispiest croutons ever in your air fryer.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Salad

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bread
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 390 degrees.
  • Cut 4 slices of bread into bite-sized pieces.
  • Melt butter, and place butter into a medium-sized bowl.
  • Add 1 teaspoon parsley, 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder to the melted butter. Stir well.
  • Add bread to the bowl and carefully stir to coat the bread so that it is coated by the seasoned butter.
  • Place buttered bread into the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until the bread is toasted.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 777 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR FRYER CROUTONS



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Homemade croutons are incredibly simple and quick to make, thanks to the air fryer! We added a touch of dried oregano and granulated garlic for a boost of flavor to complement a variety of salads, soups and other dishes. Feel free to remove the oil and seasonings altogether and follow the same method to dry out bread for stuffing, dressing, bread pudding and more--in less than half the time it would take with an oven.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces country white, sourdough or whole-grain bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the bread, olive oil, oregano, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a large bowl until evenly combined.
  • Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 350 degrees F. Add the seasoned bread cubes in an even layer to the air fryer basket. Cook, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and toasted, 5 to 6 minutes.

AIR FRYER CROUTONS



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These quick and easy air fryer croutons will give your salads and recipes that "wow" factor! A fresh loaf of bread cubed, seasoned, and air fried to perfection.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Salad

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 loaf French Bread ((sourdough, Italian, white))
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Italian Seasonings
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt ((or kosher salt to taste))

Steps:

  • Slice bread into one-inch cubes. Add to a medium-sized bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss until coated.
  • Add Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, and garlic salt. Toss to coat.
  • Add half of the coated bread cubes to the air fryer basket. Spread them out in an even layer making sure the croutons aren't overlapping.
  • Air fry at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 6-7 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, shake the basket to toss the croutons around. This will help the croutons cook on both sides.
  • Continue to cook if needed to crisp to desired crunch! Enjoy on your favorite salad!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 397 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use stale bread: Stale bread is ideal for croutons because it absorbs the seasonings and oil better, resulting in a crispier texture.
  • Cut the bread into uniform cubes: This will ensure that the croutons cook evenly.
  • Toss the bread cubes with olive oil and seasonings: This will help the croutons develop a flavorful crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket: If you overcrowd the basket, the croutons will not cook evenly.
  • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking: This will help the croutons cook evenly.
  • Let the croutons cool before serving: This will help them crisp up and retain their crunch.

Conclusion:

Making croutons in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to add a delicious and crunchy element to your salads, soups, and other dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have perfectly crispy croutons that are sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you need croutons, skip the store-bought kind and make your own in the air fryer.

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