Cowboy Croutons
If you love a little crunch with your salad or a buttery bite straight from the pan, these Cowboy Croutons are about to become your new obsession. Golden, crispy, and full of flavor, they’re way better than store-bought. The secret? Cowboy butter!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 214kcal
Ingredients
- 9 slices French Bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 12 tablespoons cowboy butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.* Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cubed French bread to a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted cowboy butter over the top. Toss well with a wooden spoon or your hands until all of the bread cubes are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated bread cubes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Bake for 18-23 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
*Air Fryer Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F. Spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed bread with the melted cowboy butter.
- Arrange the bread cubes in a single layer in the basket of your air fryer. (Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.)
- Cook for 12 minutes, or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through at the 6minute mark.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 214kcal