Homemade Herbed Croutons Recipe

Name: Homemade Herbed Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf french bread or other rolls; 2/3 cup olive oil; 1 tbsp granulated garlic; 1 tbsp onion powder (not salt); 1 tbsp thyme; 1 tbsp parsley; 1 tbsp basil; 1 tbsp rosemary; 1/2 tbsp cardamom; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees .
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Cut bread into 1/2-1 inch cubes and add to large mixing bowl.
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Add olive oil to bread and mix to coat.
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The more olive oil you use the crunchier your croutons will be.
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How much oil you add is up to you.
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You really can't mess this recipe up.
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Add all your herbs, salt and pepper.
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You can mix up the herbs you like best on this step.
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Be creative!
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Dump bread mixture onto a foil lined baking sheet.
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(Do not use nonstick cooking spray).
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Arrange in a single layer.
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Bake at 375 degrees for 5-7 minutes depending on how crispy you want them.
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Let cool and serve!
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TIP***These croutons crushed up make the best bread crumbs!
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You will literally never buy store bought croutons again once you start these..cheap and soooo easy to make and quick!
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I hope you enjoy :)

372

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf french bread or other rolls, 2/3 cup olive oil, 1 tbsp granulated garlic, 1 tbsp onion powder (not salt), and more.

Yes, Homemade Herbed Croutons falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Homemade Herbed Croutons

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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