Baked cheese croutons are a delightful and versatile snack or side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals or as a standalone treat. These crispy croutons are made from cubes of bread that are coated in a mixture of melted butter, herbs, and seasonings, then baked until golden brown and topped with a generous layer of melted cheese. With their savory flavor and delightful crunch, baked cheese croutons are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED CHEESE CROUTONS
Serve one of these croutons with our Creamy Tomato Soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place bread slices on a baking sheet, and bake until slightly golden and dry, 10 to 15 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine cheeses, and sprinkle over bread slices. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling, about 8 minutes. Serve immediately.
CHEESE GARLIC CROUTONS
Great on a salad. All of my family save there bread then bring there old bread to me. I freeze the bread then when we all run out of croutons. I will make a batch up.
Provided by mother and daughter team
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Put bread cubes in a large bowl; drizzle with melted butter. Toss to evenly coat. Spread onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until croutons are crisp, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Mix Parmesan, salt, paprika, and garlic powder into a bowl; sprinkle over croutons. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 241.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
GRILLED CHEESE CROUTONS
Such a cool idea! Great on top of tomato soup, or any soup! Sprinkle over salads, pair with fresh tomatoes, have fun! Adapted from 300 Sensational Soups by Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds, and published in Family Fun magazine.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Grains
Time 20m
Yield 60 croutons
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine butter and thyme. Spread over one side of each bread slice with the butter mixture.
- Place 3 slices in the pan, buttered side down. Top with the cheese, then with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
- Cook, turning once, until toasted on both sides, 3-5 minutes per side.
- Remove the sandwiches from the pan. Let them cool slightly, then cut them into 1" squares. Use in soups(tomato is especially nice), on top of salads, etc. Enjoy!
- Makes about 60 croutons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.1, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.5, Sodium 25.9, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.6
CROUTONS
This is great to make your own croutons for your salads, etc. When you make your own you know what goes into it and you are proud of your accomplishment. You can also add your own flavorings.
Provided by Carol
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Crouton Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Remove crusts from stale bread slices. Brush bread on both sides with melted butter. Cut bread slices up into small cubes. Sprinkle with garlic salt (if desired). Arrange cubes on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until browned. Let cool. Store croutons in a covered container or plastic bag. Serve in soups or salads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 542.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
HERBED GARLIC AND PARMESAN CROUTONS
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Categories Condiment/Spread Cheese Garlic Herb Bake Quick & Easy Summer Gourmet
Yield Makes about 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan combine the garlic, the oregano, the basil, the thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, the pepper, and the oil and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, and discard the garlic. In a bowl toss the bread cubes with the oil mixture, spread them in a jelly-roll pan, and bake them in ht e middle of a preheated 350°F oven for 8 minutes. Sprinkle the croutons with the Parmesan and bake them for 7 minutes more, or until they are golden. Sprinkle the croutons with the additional salt and let them cool. The croutons keep in an airtight container for 1 week. Serve the croutons as a topping for tossed green salad.
CHEESE CROUTONS
This old family recipe is very popular. We also use these croutons to top our favorite Italian Wedding Soup. Leftover croutons can be frozen and reheated in a 450° oven for 5 minutes or until heated through.-Anita DelSignore, North Fort Myers, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; gradually add to eggs. Spread evenly into a parchment paper-lined 9-in. square baking pan., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan; cut into 1-in. cubes. Increase temperature to 450°. Place cubes on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes longer, turning once. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CROUTONS
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Whisk the butter, olive oil, oregano and garlic salt. Toss with the bread cubes. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and toasted, 15 to 20 minutes.
BRIOCHE CROUTONS
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 20m
Yield 6 to 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Slice the bread about 3/4-inch thick. Cut off the crusts and then cut the slices in 3/4-inch dice. You should have 6 to 8 cups of croutons.
- Place the croutons on a sheet pan and toss them with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, tossing once, until they're nicely browned on all sides. Cool to room temperature.
THE RECIPE FOR CHEESE CROUTON
Follow this recipe to take crunchy homemade croutons one step further by adding a topping of cheese.
Provided by Jennifer Meier
Categories Salad
Time 40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 325 F.
- Slice the loaf of bread into 1/2- to 1-inch squares.*
- Put the bread cubes in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, cheese and a few pinches of salt. The easiest way to do this is with your hands, tossing the bread repeatedly so it is evenly covered.
- Spread the croutons out in one layer on a rimmed baking sheet .
- The baking time will vary but usually takes about 30 minutes. The croutons should be nicely browned and crispy. Shake the pan several times while the croutons bake to make sure they cook evenly.
- Let cool.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 93 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 18 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BAKED CROUTONS
The most basic croutons are baguette rounds brushed with melted butter and baked for a short time until golden.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes about 60
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly brush a baking sheet with butter. Place bread slices on sheet. Brush top of each slice with remaining butter.
- Toast in oven until crisp and golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer croutons to a wire rack. Let cool completely.
OVEN-BAKED PARMESAN CROUTONS
Categories Cheese Bake Quick & Easy Parmesan Gourmet
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° F
- In a shallow baking pan toss bread with oil. Toss bread with Parmesan and bake in middle of oven, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes, or until golden. Croutons keep in an airtight container at room temperature 1 week.
CHEESE CROUTONS
Provided by Trish Hall
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield Eighteen cheese croutons
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Cut the bread on the bias into 18 slices one-quarter inch thick. Arrange the slices flat on a baking sheet and place them under the broiler about four inches from the source of heat. Broil for 30 seconds, or until golden brown.
- Turn the slices over and brush with the olive oil. Sprinkle the center of each slice with the grated cheese. Return the slices to the broiler, and broil until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 78, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 144 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CHICKEN CROUTON HOT DISH
This recipe has practically made my mom famous. When she takes it to potluck, it's loved by all who taste it. Whenever she serves it to family, the dish is empty at the end of the meal.-Beth Gramling, Warren, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine the broth, soup, sour cream and butter. Stir in croutons and chicken. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 1393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE
This recipe came off of the box of Mueller's elbow macaroni and everyone loved it so I am putting it here for safe keeping. I used the Kraft three cheese crumbles (monterey jack, colby and cheddar) in place of sharp cheddar and I think that is what made it SO yummy! And I sprinkled sharp cheddar on top the last 10 minutes of cooking and did not use the croutons.
Provided by cburke11616
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook elbow macaroni for 9 minutes.
- Drain, cover and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
- In medium saucepan, melt margarine or butter; blend in flour, mustard, salt and pepper.
- Cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly; gradually add milk.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture boils; simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually mix in cheese. Stir over low heat until cheese is melted.
- Add pasta; mix together lightly. Pour into 2-quart casserole.
- Top with croutons. Bake 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.9, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 404.6, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 21.6
PARMESAN CHEESE CROUTONS
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, condiments
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Rub the outside of the bread with the garlic. Cut the bread into slices about 1/4-inch thick.
- Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush one side with oil.
- Place under the broiler until lightly browned on one side. Turn and repeat.
- Top each crouton with the Parmesan cheese. Place under the broiler until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 270, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 534 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right bread: Use a sturdy bread that can withstand being toasted and topped with cheese. A baguette, French bread, or sourdough bread are all good choices.
- Cut the bread into even slices: This will help them toast evenly.
- Brush the bread with olive oil: This will help the cheese melt and brown.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Choose cheeses that melt well and have different flavors. A good combination is mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
- Add toppings: Get creative with your toppings! Try adding herbs, spices, vegetables, or meats to your croutons.
- Toast the croutons until golden brown: Keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
Conclusion:
Baked cheese croutons are a delicious and easy snack or appetizer. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a quick bite to eat. With so many different ways to make them, you're sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you're looking for a cheesy, crunchy snack, try making baked cheese croutons!
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