Air Fryer Sourdough Croutons (Printable View)

Crispy sourdough bites infused with garlic and herbs, ideal for adding crunch to dishes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 cups sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, preferably day-old

→ Seasoning

02 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs blend
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 2-3 minutes until ready
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried herbs, salt, and black pepper
03 - Add sourdough cubes to the bowl and toss thoroughly until evenly coated with oil and seasonings
04 - Arrange coated bread cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary
05 - Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until croutons are golden and crisp
06 - Transfer to a bowl and toss with fresh parsley if desired. Allow to cool completely before serving or storing

# Best Practices:

01 -
  • Quick and easy—ready in under 20 minutes with minimal hands-on time
  • Perfect way to use day-old sourdough bread instead of letting it go to waste
  • Healthier than store-bought croutons with no preservatives or artificial ingredients
  • Customizable seasoning allows you to adjust herbs and garlic to your taste
  • Air fryer method uses less oil while achieving maximum crispiness
  • Versatile for salads, soups, snacking, or even as a garnish for pasta dishes
02 -
  • Use day-old or slightly stale sourdough for the best texture—fresh bread can become chewy rather than crispy
  • Don't skip the preheating step; it ensures the croutons start crisping immediately
  • Shake the basket vigorously halfway through to promote even browning on all sides
  • Let the croutons cool completely before storing to maintain maximum crispiness
  • For extra flavor depth, let the garlic infuse in the olive oil for 5 minutes before tossing with bread
  • If making ahead, refresh leftover croutons in the air fryer for 2 minutes at 350°F to restore crunch
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