Source: New Africa, AdobeStockThink croutons can only be fried in a pan? Think again! Air fryer croutons cook incredibly fast and without excess oil. The bread becomes crispy, and the crust even more appetizing. And it doesn't matter if they're savory croutons for beer or sweet ones for tea! Bookmark our recipes!
1. Garlic Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThese croutons turn out especially good when made with rye bread.
You will need: 200g bread, 1 head of garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Press the garlic through a press and mix it with olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper. Generously coat the bread slices with this mixture, stack them, and leave for half an hour.
After that, remove any remaining garlic puree, arrange the future croutons in a single layer on the air fryer rack, bake for 5-7 minutes at 160 degrees, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes. Look for a beautiful golden-brown crust.
2. Herb Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThese croutons are wonderful with a dipping sauce for beer!
You will need: 200g bread, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 4 sprigs of dill, 2-3 cloves of garlic, salt.
Preparation: Cut the bread into sticks and mix them with vegetable oil, salt, chopped dill, and garlic pressed through a press. Place the prepared croutons on the lower rack of the air fryer and sprinkle with the remaining dill and garlic. Cook the croutons for about 6-7 minutes at 200 degrees.
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3. Sweet Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockWe suggest making them from baguette, but a loaf of white bread will also work.
You will need: 8 slices of baguette, 1 egg, 3 tbsp milk, 1 tsp sugar, vanilla.
Preparation: Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla, and sugar. Dip the baguette slices into this mixture and arrange them on parchment paper in the air fryer basket. Bake the croutons for 8-9 minutes at 180 degrees. If desired, sprinkle the finished croutons with powdered sugar.
4. Butter Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA slightly original way to prepare the most ordinary croutons.
You will need: 4 slices of bread, 100g butter, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Toast the bread slices on both sides in a dry pan. Then pour melted butter over the croutons, salt, pepper, and bake for 5-7 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees.
5. Honey Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockPerfect with a cup of tea!
You will need: 250g white bread, 80g honey, 60g butter, 15g sesame seeds.
Preparation: Melt and mix the butter with honey until smooth. Stir in the sesame seeds, mix again, and dip the bread slices into this mixture. Arrange the future croutons on parchment paper and bake for approximately 10 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees.
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6. Cheese Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockDelicious and crispy croutons for a quick snack.
You will need: 1/2 loaf of bread, 50g butter, 80g hard cheese, 1 clove of garlic.
Preparation: Grate and mix the cheese, butter, and garlic. You can blend it all in a blender. Spread the mixture on the bread slices and place them in the air fryer for 10-15 minutes at 180 degrees.
7. Egg Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockAdd a little paprika or any spices to your liking.
You will need: 150g bread, 2 eggs, 50g hard cheese, herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Mix the eggs, grated cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and spices. Dip the bread slices into this mixture, arrange them on parchment paper, and bake the croutons for 7-8 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees.
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8. Bacon Croutons in the Air Fryer
Source: Press service archiveAnother excellent homemade snack instead of store-bought crackers!
You will need: 5 slices of dark bread, 120-150g bacon, 2 cloves of garlic, salt, spices.
Preparation: Rub the bread with garlic, cut into sticks, and wrap each one in a thin strip of bacon. Salt, season, and bake the croutons for about 7-8 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees.