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Emma Lawson | 
15.07.2025

Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Transform your leftover bread into delicious air fryer garlic croutons! This recipe is perfect for enhancing salads, soups, or just as a snack. Learn how to make air fryer bread cubes crispy and full of flavour in just minutes. Follow our step-by-step guide for seasoned air fryer croutons.
Prep Time
5m
Cook
10m
Total Time
15m
Yield
serves 4
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What You’ll Need for Air Fryer Croutons

Essential Ingredients for Air Fryer Croutons

  • 4 cups bread cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Parmesan Cheese

Grate some fresh Parmesan over your croutons for a cheesy twist. It'll melt nicely while adding a savoury edge. Simply sprinkle before air frying.

Why Use Stale Bread

Stale bread absorbs more flavour and crisps up better than fresh bread, making it ideal for croutons. It also prevents food waste, giving old bread a new purpose. By using stale bread, your seasoned air fryer croutons will have the perfect crunch.

Steps to Make Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Making air fryer garlic croutons is simple; follow these steps to achieve the perfect crunch.

  1. Cut bread into cubes.
  2. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place in air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Set air fryer to 180°C and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Shake basket halfway for even cooking.
  6. Cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Avoid Overcrowding

Ensure bread cubes are in a single layer without overcrowding. This ensures even cooking and crispy results.
Sourdough bread cubes tossed with olive oil and garlic in the air fryer.

Nutrition for Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Calories: 200 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 22g | Fat: 11g

Serving Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Pair your crispy air fry croutons with Caesar salad, or sprinkle them over tomato soup. They're also great as a crunchy snack on their own.

Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Air fryer garlic croutons are the perfect way to add texture and flavour to your meals. They are simple to make and can help use up leftover bread. For more tips and recipes, visit airfryerrecipe.co.uk where you can explore more creative ways to use your air fryer.

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Common Questions About Air Fryer Garlic Croutons

Can I use different types of bread?

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Yes, any bread will work, but air fryer sourdough croutons are especially tasty. Different types will alter the texture slightly.
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How do I store leftover air fry croutons?

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Store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
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Can I add other seasonings?

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Absolutely! Experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary for additional flavour.
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Why use stale bread for croutons?

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Using stale bread helps the croutons become even crispier and avoids wastage.
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