Crunchy Garlic Croutons
Transform your salads, soups, and snacks with these irresistible Crunchy Garlic Croutons! Made from day-old bread and seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, dried parsley, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper, this quick and easy recipe ensures maximum flavor in every crispy bite. Tossed in extra virgin olive oil and baked to golden perfection, these croutons are not only a delicious way to reduce food waste but also a versatile addition to your kitchen staples. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’ll add the perfect crunch to any dish and can be stored for a whole week—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups bread (day-old or stale, any type)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
Cut the bread into cubes, approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch in size. Place them into a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the bread cubes. Toss the bread gently to ensure they are well-coated with oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, dried parsley, sea salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the oiled bread cubes. Toss again to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not overlapping to ensure even crisping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crunchy.
Remove from the oven and allow the croutons to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up further as they cool.
Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy on salads, soups, or as a snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1964 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4112 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 296.9 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.7 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 881 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 28.1 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 733 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
