Delicious Homemade Croutons
Transform stale bread into golden, crispy croutons that elevate your salads and soups to gourmet levels. With the perfect balance of garlic and herbs, these easy-to-make bites add texture and flavor to any dish. Whether tossed in your favorite salad or enjoyed straight from the oven, homemade croutons are a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups day-old bread (sourdough or French baguette), cubed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes for even baking.
- In a large bowl, drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and herbs over the bread and mix well to ensure all pieces are seasoned.
- Spread the seasoned bread evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, monitoring closely until golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving on salads or enjoying as a snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg