Description
Homemade croutons are the perfect way to elevate your salads and soups with a delightful crunch and burst of flavor. These golden-brown bites are made from simple ingredients you likely have on hand, transforming stale bread into an irresistible topping. Toss them in your favorite seasonings and bake until crispy for an easy culinary upgrade that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale sourdough or French bread, cubed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 tsp dried herbs (Italian seasoning or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the stale bread into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and dried herbs until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, substitute olive oil with melted butter or flavored oils. - Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize your croutons.