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Homemade Croutons
Learn how to make homemade croutons that are crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and SO much better than store bought croutons. Use in salads, soups, stuffing, and more!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 187 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 loaf crusty French, Italian, or Sourdough bread
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cut the loaf of bread into 3/4-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil and melted butter. Sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the bread. Toss until all of the bread cubes are well coated.
- Spread the bread cubes onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure the bread cubes are in an even layer and not touching.
- Bake for 12 to 20 minutes, tossing halfway through, or until the croutons are golden brown. Check early to make sure you don't burn them. Time will depend on the thickness of your bread and your oven. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
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Notes
- Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
187kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.