Homemade Croutons
It's so quick and easy to make homemade croutons. Seasoned with garlic, salt and pepper, they are perfectly crispy and great for soups and salads.
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 bread loaf about 12 ounces, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment.
- Place the bread cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle the olive oil on top and sprinkle the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Use your hands to toss gently until well-combined.
- Transfer the bread cubes to the prepared baking sheet, and spread out into a single layer. Bake until golden, turning once halfway through cooking, for 15-20 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely to help them crisp up, and then used as desired.
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Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Freezing Instructions: Place the baked breadcrumbs into a freezer bag and they will keep well for up to 6 months. To use, place the frozen croutons on a baking sheet and reheat at 250ºF until crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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