“How to Create Easy and Tasty Homemade Croutons”

Discover how to whip up Easy Homemade Croutons that are crunchy, garlicky, and incredibly quick to prepare! Use them as a topping for salads, soups, stuffings, and so much more!

I absolutely enjoy crafting my own croutons at home for salads or soups, and these easy homemade croutons couldn’t be more straightforward to prepare! Crunchy, garlicky, and easily adaptable to your preferences. I opted for a multigrain baguette to enhance the nutrition a bit, but really any leftover bread will suffice!

Reasons to Adore these Croutons

• Quick and simple to make with just a handful of ingredients in merely 15 minutes!
• Ideal as a topping for salads, soups, stuffings, and beyond.
• A fantastic method to utilize any leftover bread.
• Far superior to store-bought croutons, packed with so much more flavor!

Ingredients Required

• multigrain baguette – around 4 cups of cubed bread is needed, and I prefer using a multigrain baguette for an extra crunch and added nutrition. You could also go for sourdough, ciabatta, or any loaf of your choice, just ensure the bread is about a day or two old for optimal results.
• olive oil – this helps achieve a crispy texture for the croutons and gives them a lovely golden hue. Alternatively, avocado oil or melted butter can be used if that’s your preference.
• seasonings – a mix of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper adds plenty of flavor to these croutons! Feel free to incorporate any seasoning you like.

Steps to Create Homemade Croutons

1. Chop your bread. Dice your baguette (or loaf of bread) into 1-inch cubes until you reach approximately 4 cups.
2. Mix with seasonings. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until all the pieces are thoroughly coated.
3. Bake until golden. Distribute the bread cubes in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, or sprayed with nonstick spray. Bake at 400 degrees F for about 13 to 15 minutes, or until they turn golden and crispy.
4. Serve or keep. You can serve these croutons right away or allow them to cool and then store them in a sealed, airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Serving Suggestions

Once the croutons have cooled, store them in a container and utilize them for various purposes! Here are some ways I enjoy using these croutons:

Storage Guidelines

These homemade croutons can be kept in a sealed, airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Just ensure they are completely cooled before storing!

I hope you all relish these Easy Homemade Croutons, and if you appreciate this recipe as much as we do, please leave ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ below and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram with the hashtag #eatyourselfskinny! I adore seeing all your tasty recreations!