Herbed Croutons
Transform your salads, soups, and snacks with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful herbed croutons! Made with day-old baguette or any crusty bread, these golden-brown bites are seasoned to perfection with a fragrant blend of garlic powder, dried parsley, thyme, and oregano. Quick and easy to whip up, this recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep and another 15 minutes in the oven for a perfectly crunchy finish. Whether you're looking to reduce food waste or add a gourmet touch to your dishes, these homemade croutons are a game-changer. Store them in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze a batch to have these savory delights ready anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cut into 1-inch cubes) Day-old or fresh baguette (or any crusty bread)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Cut the bread into approximately 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes and toss to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, dried parsley, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper (if using).
Sprinkle the herb mixture over the bread cubes and toss again to ensure all the pieces are well-seasoned.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the croutons from the oven and let them cool completely to maintain their crispiness.
Store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6423 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 546.5 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 86.5 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 1199 mg | 26% | |
*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.
