4.8 from 12 votes
Garlic Herb Parmesan Croutons
Delicious, super crispy homemade croutons that taste better than anything store-bought. From prep to the dinner table, this easy recipe takes just 25 minutes to make!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 251 kcal
Course:
Bread
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 5 cloves garlic peeled and lightly pounded
- 1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 pieces bread cut into 3/4-inch (2cm) cubes (about 6 cups)
- 1/4 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).
- In a small saucepan, combine the garlic, parsley, salt, and oil, and simmer the mixture for 3 minutes. Discard the garlic.
- In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with the oil mixture. Spread them in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the middle of the oven for 8 minutes. Sprinkle the croutons with Parmesan and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until they are golden. Sprinkle with extra salt and let them cool.
- The croutons can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Serve them as a topping for tossed green salad.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1cup
Calories
251kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
552mg
(23%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 552mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.