Pumpernickel Croutons
Transform your salads and soups into something extraordinary with these crispy, flavor-packed Pumpernickel Croutons! Made with hearty pumpernickel bread and tossed in a savory blend of olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, these homemade croutons are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfectly crisp with a slightly tangy and earthy flavor, they elevate any dish they accompany. Whether you're topping a fresh Caesar salad, garnishing a velvety soup, or simply snacking on them right out of the container, these croutons are guaranteed to delight. Easy to make and irresistibly good, they’re a must-try addition to your culinary repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Pumpernickel bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cut the pumpernickel bread slices into 1/2-inch cubes using a serrated knife for clean cuts.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to thoroughly blend the seasoning mixture.
Add the bread cubes to the bowl and toss them gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the seasoned oil.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy. Stir the croutons halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.
Remove the croutons from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet for maximum crunch.
Once cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
