Homemade Sourdough Croutons
Transform your soups, salads, and snacking platters with these irresistible homemade sourdough croutons! This quick and easy recipe combines the tangy crunch of sourdough bread with a savory blend of olive oil, garlic powder, and fragrant Italian herbs. The optional addition of freshly grated Parmesan lends a cheesy twist that takes these golden-brown bites to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, these perfectly crisp croutons are baked—not fried—for a healthier, oven-roasted finish. Best of all, they’re delightfully versatile, elevating everything from creamy tomato soup to Caesar salad. Make a batch today and enjoy fresh, flavorful crunch all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Sourdough bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs (e.g., oregano, thyme, basil)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Cut the sourdough bread into bite-sized cubes, roughly 1-inch in size, and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes, ensuring each piece is lightly coated. Toss gently with your hands or a spatula.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper evenly over the bread. If using Parmesan cheese, add it now for a cheesy twist.
Toss the bread cubes again until all the seasonings are well distributed and the bread is evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even browning.
Bake the croutons in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even crisping.
Once the croutons are golden brown and crisp, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the croutons cool completely on the tray.
Transfer the cooled croutons to an airtight container or a resealable bag. They can be stored at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.9 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1051 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 197 mg | 4% | |
*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.
