Best 8 Garlic Brown Butter Croutons Recipes

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Garlic brown butter croutons are a versatile and flavorful addition to salads, soups, and many other dishes. They offer a delightful combination of crispy texture, savory garlic flavor, and nutty brown butter aroma. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can easily create these homemade croutons that will elevate your culinary creations. From classic Caesar salad to hearty French onion soup, garlic brown butter croutons add a touch of sophistication and enhance the overall taste experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC-BROWN BUTTER CROUTONS



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Toss bread in garlic brown butter before baking in the oven for croutons that look ordinary, but have big, bold flavor.

Provided by Molly Baz

Categories     Condiment     Bread     Garlic     Butter     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 oz. country-style bread, torn into 1" irregular pieces (about 4 cups)
10 garlic cloves, smashed
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Place bread in a large bowl. Cook garlic and butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, swirling often, until foaming subsides, butter turns golden brown, and garlic is fragrant, 6-8 minutes. Drizzle garlic butter over bread and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread out bread mixture on a small rimmed baking sheet. Bake croutons until deep golden brown and crisp, 20-25 minutes. Let cool, then pluck out and discard garlic cloves.
  • Do Ahead: Croutons can be made 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

GARLIC CROUTONS



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A very simple recipe, these croutons are good for a Caesar's Salad or any tossed green salad.

Provided by Cathy Hofmann

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced
3 (3/4 inch thick) slices French bread, cut into cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large saute pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add bread cubes, and toss to coat. Spread on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until crisp and dry. Check frequently to prevent burning. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 100.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GARLIC CROUTONS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces olive oil
4 cloves garlic, smashed
4 slices crusty bread
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated
1 ounce parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a skillet heat oil and garlic. Saute bread in oil until browned on both sides. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley. Cut into bite-sized cubes.

GARLIC CROUTONS



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Provided by Dodie Thompson

Categories     Bread     Garlic     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit     St. Louis     Missouri

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, pressed
4 French bread slices, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil and garlic in small saucepan. Place bread cubes on baking sheet. Pour butter mixture over and toss well. Bake until bread cubes are golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool completely. (Croutons can be prepared 1 day ahead. Store at room temperature in airtight container.)

GARLIC CROUTONS



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Make and share this Garlic Croutons recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 1 1/2 cups of croutons

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
3 slices French bread, cut into cubes (3/4 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large saute pan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Add bread cubes, and toss to coat.
  • Spread on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until crisp and dry.
  • Check frequently to prevent burning.
  • Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.2, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 20.3, Cholesterol 81.4, Sodium 998, Carbohydrate 67.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 0.3, Protein 11.7

YUMMY GARLIC CROUTONS



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I eat Caesar salads just for the these croutons!

Provided by vulpecula

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 13m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (1 pound) loaf day old French bread
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried basil
½ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut bread into small cubes and place onto a shallow baking pan or cookie sheet.
  • Drizzle oil over the bread to lightly cover and sprinkle with garlic powder and basil.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 to 10 minutes or until lightly brown and toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 419.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

GARLIC CROUTONS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, condiments, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield About 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 very thin slices white bread
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled but left whole

Steps:

  • Trim crusts from bread. Cut bread into 1/2-inch cubes or smaller. There should be about 1 cup.
  • Heat oil in a skillet; when hot, add bread and garlic cloves. Cook, shaking skillet and stirring, until bread cubes are golden brown. Drain in a sieve. Discard garlic.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 121, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 56 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

GARLIC CROUTONS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf of French bread
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Rub the bread's crust all over with the garlic cloves. Cut the bread into 1/2-inch thick slices and sprinkle one side with the olive oil and pepper.
  • Place the bread slices on a baking sheet under the broiler until they are golden. Turn and broil on the other side until brown.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 178, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 301 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a good quality loaf of bread. A stale or low-quality loaf will not produce good croutons.
  • Cut the bread into cubes of uniform size. This will help them toast evenly.
  • Toss the bread cubes with the melted butter, garlic, and herbs before toasting. This will help them to brown evenly and develop a flavorful coating.
  • Toast the croutons in a single layer on a baking sheet. This will help them to crisp up evenly.
  • Keep an eye on the croutons while they are toasting. They can burn quickly, so it is important to remove them from the oven as soon as they are golden brown.
  • Let the croutons cool completely before storing them. This will help them to stay crispy.
  • Store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Garlic brown butter croutons are a delicious and versatile addition to any meal. They can be used to add flavor and texture to salads, soups, stews, and casseroles. They can also be served as a snack on their own. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own delicious garlic brown butter croutons at home.

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