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Homemade Croutons

Homemade Croutons

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Craving the perfect crouton? Learn to make them at home and savor the benefits: full flavor control, less waste, healthier ingredients,cost savings, and unbeatable freshness.
Making homemade croutons is not as hard as you think! Get ready to add a delightful crunch to your salads, soups, and more! Master the art of homemade croutons - your salads will thank you!
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Course Salad
Servings 8
Calories 60 kcal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Equipment

  • sharp bread knife
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Airtight Container if storing

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup whole wheat or sourdough bread cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • red pepper flakes optional
  • fine sea salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Toss the bread cubes with olive oil and garlic powder, red pepper flakes, dried parsley, salt and pepper.
    1 cup whole wheat or sourdough bread, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried parsley, fine sea salt, ground black pepper
  • Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, turning with a spatula or tossing halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crisp.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  • Store the cooled croutons in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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Tips for Perfect Croutons Every Time

Making croutons at home is incredibly easy, but here are a few tips to get that perfect crisp without burning:
  • Use Day-Old Bread for the Best Texture
    If you have bread that’s just starting to go stale, it’s perfect for croutons! Day-old bread has less moisture, so it crisps up beautifully in the oven without becoming too chewy.
  • Let Them Cool Completely
    Once baked, cool the croutons on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. This helps them firm up so they stay crunchy when you store them.

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

You don’t need much to make these croutons, but here are a few tools that make it even easier:
  1. A Sharp Bread Knife
    A serrated knife makes quick work of cutting bread into perfect squares without tearing. It’s a simple tool that’s a must for any bread recipe!
  2. A Large Mixing Bowl
    Using a large mixing bowl allows you to toss the bread with all the seasonings and get an even coat on each piece.
  3. A Good Baking Sheet
    A quality baking sheet ensures even browning. I like to use a rimmed baking sheet to keep everything contained as I toss the croutons during baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 3g
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