Homemade Crouton Recipe
Perfect for sprinkling on top of soup or on a salad.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
Croutons
- 5 slices stale bread
- 4 tbsp olive oil 60 ml
- Coarse sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Seasonings (choose up to 2):
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp Italian or Provencal herbs
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme finely chopped
- Grated cheese such as Parmesan
Instructions
- Cut the bread slices into 1-2 cm (½-¾ inch) cubes.
- Mix the olive oil with the coarse sea salt, pepper, and up to two seasonings of your choice. I usually combine 1 tsp garlic powder with 1 tsp Italian or Provencal dried herbs.
- Pour the seasoned olive oil into a large bowl, add the bread cubes, and toss to coat. Spread them out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes at 350°F/180°C (conventional oven), until all cubes are golden brown. Toss once if needed. Baking time depends on the size of your croutons. Let them cool completely.
Tips
Vary the seasonings depending on the soup or salad you’re serving the croutons with.
How to store
Once fully cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container for up to one week for the best flavor and crunch.