Sandwich Crust Garlic Rolls are a clever way to turn leftover bread edges into something crispy, buttery, and irresistible. Instead of tossing those crusts, you can transform them into golden, cheesy bites that taste like mini garlic bread rolls.
🧄 Ingredients
- Sandwich crusts (from white or whole wheat bread)
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2–3 tbsp grated cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: dried oregano, chili flakes, parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the crusts
Gather your sandwich crusts. If they’re long strips, you can leave them as is or slightly overlap a few to make thicker rolls.
2. Make garlic butter
Mix melted butter with garlic, salt, and herbs.
3. Roll & coat
Brush or toss the crusts in the garlic butter so they’re well coated.
4. Add cheese
Sprinkle cheese over the crusts or lightly press it onto them so it sticks.
5. Bake or air fry
- Oven: 180°C (350°F) for 8–12 minutes
- Air fryer: 5–7 minutes
Cook until golden, crispy, and the cheese melts beautifully.
🧀 Serving Ideas
- Serve with ketchup or garlic mayo
- Pair with soup for a crunchy side
- Use as a snack for movie nights
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the tray—this helps crispiness
- Add a sprinkle of chili flakes for a spicy kick
- For extra crunch, bake a little longer but watch closely
🌟 Why It Works
- Reduces food waste (a simple sustainability win)
- Quick, budget-friendly snack
- Customizable with whatever flavors you like
If you want, I can show you a stuffed version (cheese-filled rolls) or a sweet cinnamon sugar twist using the same crusts.