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Garlicky Homemade Croutons

Crispy Garlicky Homemade Croutons that Elevate Any Dish

Delicious Garlicky Homemade Croutons are quick to prepare and elevate any dish with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croutons
  • 6 cups Bread of Choice Sourdough or gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Avocado Oil (or Olive Oil) For richness and crispiness
  • 3/4 tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 3/4 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 tsp Italian Herb Seasoning (optional) Substitute with preferred herbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlicky Homemade Croutons
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. Cut the bread of choice into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, drizzle in 1/4 cup of avocado oil, and sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon each of sea salt and black pepper. Add in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and optionally 1 teaspoon of Italian herb seasoning. Toss to coat the bread cubes evenly.
  4. Spread the seasoned bread cubes evenly across a large baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 12 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to crisp up further.
  6. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use stale bread for the best texture. Adjust seasonings to taste and store properly to maintain crunch.

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