Best 15 Baked Cheese Croutons Recipes

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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



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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

6 slices (about 1/2 inch wide and 5 inches long) focaccia or other wide bread
1/2 cup grated Gruyere, fontina, or Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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



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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

10 slices bread, cut into cubes
½ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder

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



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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

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon thyme (or try basil)
6 slices bread (whole wheat is good)
3 ounces cheddar cheese, thinly sliced

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



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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

15 slices bread
¼ cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons garlic salt

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



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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

2 large garlic cloves, sliced thin lengthwise
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon salt plus additional to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 loaf of Italian bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 7 cups)
1/4 cup finely grated fresh Parmesan

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



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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

3 large eggs
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

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



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 cups 1/2-inch cubes crusty Italian bread

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



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12-ounce) brioche bread or challah
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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



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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

1 loaf (8 ounces) of bread (fresh or stale)
1/2 cup olive oil (or more if needed)
1/2 cup cheese (finely grated or more to taste)
Dash salt (to taste)

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



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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

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
1 baguette, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds

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



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Categories     Cheese     Bake     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 cups 1/4-inch cubes day-old bread
1/4 cup olive oil
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan

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



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Provided by Trish Hall

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield Eighteen cheese croutons

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 baguette
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely grated Gruyere or asiago cheese

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



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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

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package (14 ounces) seasoned stuffing croutons
4 cups shredded cooked chicken

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



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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

8 ounces mueller's elbow macaroni
1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup crouton

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



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, condiments

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 small loaf of french bread, like a baguette
1 large garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or Romano

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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