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Homemade Croutons
5 from 15 votes

Homemade Croutons

These Homemade Croutons combine bread cubes with Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Baking the coated bread cubes creates crunchy, flavorful croutons with a savory twist from the Parmesan. They add a crisp texture and zesty note to salads or soups, and turning the cubes halfway through baking ensures even browning and crispness.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 16 servings (4 cups)
Calories: 86 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 4 cups bread cubes I used gluten-free bread

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, add the grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper. Mix everything.
  3. Add bread cubes and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the bread cubes on the lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated 375 F oven for about 20 minutes turning halfway through.

Notes

  • Cut the bread into evenly sized cubes to ensure uniform cooking and crispness.
  • For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
  • Turn the croutons halfway through baking for even browning and maximum crunch.
  • Allow the croutons to cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 86kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 99mg (4%) Potassium 31mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 17IU (0%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 servings (4 cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 86

% Daily Value*

Calories 86kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 99mg 4%
Potassium 31mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 17IU 0%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.