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My Homemade Breadcrumbs are So Good!
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve started a recipe and realized I was out of breadcrumbs. Once I figured out how easy it is to make them at home, I pretty much stopped buying the store-bought kind. It only takes a few ingredients, and it’s a good way to use up any leftover bread hanging around.
One note, these breadcrumbs are not meant to be a substitute for Panko. Panko is made in Japan using a special bread baked with an electric current, which gives it that light, crispy texture.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
How to Make Breadcrumbs
The key to a good homemade breadcrumb is using bread that is free of any moisture. You can accomplish this one if two ways, the air dry method, or the oven method.
Air Dry Method
Oven Method
Ideas for seasoning breadcrumbs
- Italian-Style: Add a mixture of dried parsley, dried garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary and marjoram.
- Smoked paprika: Great for breading chicken tenders.
- Cajun-Style. Great for breading fish
- Mediterranean-Style: Add a mixture of lemon zest, garlic powder, oregano and grated parmesan cheese. Perfect to top clams before baking, or great toasted and sprinkled on a plate of pasta.
Tips for Making Breadcrumbs
- Remove the crust. Removing them will get you the best texture, especially for sourdough bread.
- Don’t start with fresh bread. It is too moist.
- Take note of the type of bread you’re using for more accurate timing. Some heartier bread, like sourdough, may take longer to dry.
- Store unused breadcrumbs in the freezer to ensure shelf stability. You can store them at room temperature or in the fridge if you’re using them within a week.
- Make the breadcrumbs coarse by skipping the food processor. Place in a sturdy zip-top bag and smash lightly for more a more rustic texture.
- Mix different types of bread together. White bread is the most flavor-neutral choice for breading but sourdough will add tang and whole wheat, especially if it contains a seeded topping, brings nuttiness.
Recipes with Breadcrumbs
- Breaded Air Fryer Chicken
- Crispy Quinoa Patties
- Homemade Hamburgers
- Salmon Burgers
- Quinoa Burger
- Salsa Black Bean Burger
- Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken
- Cauliflower Fritters
- Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Ground Chicken Burgers
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How to Make Breadcrumbs Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 bread loaf artisanal or sliced white
Instructions
Air Dry Method
- Slice the loaf of bread into even slices, then cube each slice.
- Lay the cubes out evenly on a baking tray and allow to air dry for 24 hours.
- Place the dry bread into a food processor fitted with a blade and pulse until you reach a a coarse sand texture, or desiring consistency.
Oven Method
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Remove the crust from the loaf of bread, slice the loaf of bread into even slices, then cube each slice.
- Lay the cubes out evenly on a baking tray and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Make sure not to brown the bread.
- Once cool to the touch, place the dry bread into a food processor fitted with a blade and pulse for a couple minutes until a coarse sand texture, or desiring consistency.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Thank you for this recipe! Super easy 🙂
I’m so glad to hear that! Yay!