Homemade Garlic Sourdough Croutons for Irresistible Crunch

Homemade Garlic Sourdough Croutons transform any dish with irresistible crunch and flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 32

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 52

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Croutons

4 cups Sourdough Bread Use leftover or stale for the best crunch and flavor.
1/4 cup Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with melted butter or avocado oil.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust if using fresh garlic.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted or replaced with fresh onion.
1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Swap with other dried herbs if desired.

For Optional Seasoning

1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Will make them non-dairy-free.
1 tablespoon Italian Herbs For a Mediterranean flair.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds a subtle smoky flavor.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cube the sourdough bread into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle olive oil over the bread cubes and toss until evenly coated.
Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley over the bread cubes and toss again.
Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Bake for 16 minutes, stir, and then bake for an additional 16 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Allow croutons to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, store in an airtight container; they last up to a week at room temperature. Experiment with different herbs for tasty variations.

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