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Homemade Croutons
4.7 from 225 votes

Homemade Croutons

Homemade Croutons are cubed, crusty bread seasoned with olive oil, melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper before being baked until golden and crisp. This recipe yields crunchy, flavorful bread cubes ideal for adding texture to salads or soups, with control over seasoning and crunchiness compared to store-bought options.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 187 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 French bread or Italian or Sourdough bread, loaf, crusty
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. 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.
  3. Spread the bread cubes onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure the bread cubes are in an even layer and not touching.
  4. 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.

Notes

  • Store croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 187kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20 Serving

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.