Air Fryer Sourdough Croutons (Print Version)

Crisp, golden sourdough cubes with garlic and herbs, air-fried for a flavorful crunchy topping.

# Components:

→ 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
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped, optional for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 2-3 minutes
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried herbs, salt, and pepper
03 - Add sourdough cubes to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with oil and seasonings
04 - Arrange 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 using. Allow to cool before serving or storing

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Stale bread transforms into something you'll actually crave—no waste, all reward.
  • Takes less time than boiling water for pasta, yet tastes like you fussed over it.
  • Your air fryer finally earns its counter space, and these croutons make any bowl feel restaurant-worthy.
02 -
  • Timing varies wildly between air fryers—yours might need six minutes or eight, so watch the first batch and trust your eyes over the clock.
  • If your croutons turn out soft instead of crunchy, the bread wasn't stale enough or you overcrowded the basket; both are easily fixed next time.
03 -
  • Don't toss the croutons during the last minute of cooking—let them sit still so one side gets extra crispy and golden without burning.
  • If you're using fresh garlic instead of minced, mince it extra fine so the pieces stay put instead of rolling around and burning.
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