Best 5 Homemade Croutons Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor and texture to your favorite dishes? Look no further than homemade croutons! These crispy, golden-brown croutons are the perfect addition to salads, soups, and stews. Plus, they're incredibly easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, follow these simple steps to create your own homemade croutons that will add a touch of magic to your next meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE CROUTONS



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You can change up these basic homemade croutons recipe by substituting your favorite herbs and spices. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cubed
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Place bread in a large bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients; drizzle over bread and toss to coat., Place in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BEST CROUTONS EVER



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These croutons are soft and good. I hate croutons, but I love these!

Provided by Pancake555

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

¼ cup butter
4 slices bread
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat.
  • Cut each bread slice into 16 cubes; add bread cubes and garlic powder to melted butter. Stir to coat. Transfer coated bread cubes to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crispy, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 126 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

HOMEMADE CROUTONS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bread, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, dried oregano

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices bread, stale and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place the bread cubes on a greased baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Toss until evenly coated
  • Bake for 15 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
  • Use as croutons, or smash to make breadcrumbs.
  • Enjoy!

CHEF JOHN'S HOMEMADE CROUTONS



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Don't let stale baguettes go to waste! These garlic-parmesan croutons are the perfect crunchy topper for salads and soups. And they're ridiculously easy to make.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Crouton Recipes

Time 3h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 (8 ounce) loaf French bread baguette, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
¾ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
  • Stir olive oil and garlic together in a bowl. Let sit at room temperature until flavors are infused, about 3 hours.
  • Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Pour garlic oil through a strainer onto the bread; toss to coat bread with oil. Add 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat. Spread bread cubes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn croutons and bake 15 minutes more. Push croutons together with a spatula so that they are in a compact rectangle on the baking sheet and no longer spread out; sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese over the top. Bake until cheese is melted and the bread is crispy and crunchy, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 13.2 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 889.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

HOMEMADE CROUTONS



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Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes

Provided by Georgina Kiely - Digital food editor, bbcgoodfood.com

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 garlic clove
2 thick slices sourdough bread
½ tbsp oil
1 tbsp mixed seeds
1 tbsp parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Rub the whole garlic clove over both sides of the sourdough. Tear it into rough chunks and toss with the oil, a good pinch of salt and the seeds.
  • Spread out on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 mins until golden and crisp. Mix with the chopped parsley. Sprinkle on soup or a salad for added crunch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.53 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of bread types to create croutons with different flavors and textures. Stale bread is ideal for making croutons, as it will absorb more of the seasonings and fats.
  • Cut the bread into uniform cubes so that they cook evenly. The size of the cubes will depend on your personal preference, but 1-inch cubes are a good starting point.
  • Season the croutons generously with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. This will help to create flavorful croutons that will add a nice touch to your dishes.
  • Toss the croutons in melted butter or olive oil before baking. This will help them to brown and crisp up in the oven.
  • Bake the croutons in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the croutons cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. Croutons can be stored at room temperature for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to a month.

Conclusion:

Homemade croutons are a delicious and versatile addition to many dishes. They can be used to add crunch and flavor to salads, soups, and casseroles. They can also be used as a topping for bruschetta or crostini. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily make your own homemade croutons that will be sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you need croutons, skip the store-bought variety and make your own instead. You won't be disappointed!

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