Answer: breadcrumb

AnswerCrossword Clue
BREADCRUMBBit of a fairy tale trail
BREADCRUMBBit of a cutlet's coating, often
BREADCRUMBLeftover bit
BREADCRUMBTidbit for a bird
BREADCRUMBTidbit for a bird feeder
BREADCRUMBAnt's find
breadcrumbbread crumbled down, eg as a dressing / to cover with breadcrumbs