Ingredients
1 loaf French bread (a few days old)
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
4 cloves garlic (chopped)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Gluten-free bread
Additional olive oil for vegan
Garlic powder if fresh isn’t available
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F, which is key for even baking and that golden crispness.
2-Cut the bread into small cubes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to avoid sticking and make cleanup easy.
3-Drizzle the cubes with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 3 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter for a rich flavor base.
4-Sprinkle on 4 cloves of chopped garlic, 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
5-Toss everything gently to coat the cubes evenly, so every piece gets that delicious garlic kick.
6-Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons turn golden brown, and remember to stir halfway through for uniform results.
7-Once done, let them cool before serving to keep their crunch.
Last Step:
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🧈 Mix garlic thoroughly with olive oil and melted butter before coating to help it adhere better.
🌾 Use slightly dried bread for the best texture and crunch.
🥡 Store croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1178 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg