Crave-Worthy Homemade Croutons

If you love garlic bread as much as I do, then you'll have to try my Crave-Worthy Homemade Croutons. These croutons are perfectly crispy, crunchy and oh so garlicky. They really are the most satisfying bite! Add them to your favourite salad, use them as a topping for any soup or simply enjoy them as a snack.

Why buy store-bought croutons, when you can make your own at home using a handful of simple ingredients. Repurposing day old bread never felt so good! So, let me show you how it's done. Grab a spoon and come and cook with me!

For a delicious and flavourful meal, enjoy these homemade croutons alongside my Homemade Tomato Soup, White Bean and Kale Soup, Pea Soup or Caesar Salad recipes!

Prep Time: 3 minutes

Cook Time: 8 - 10 minutes

Total Time: 11 - 13 minutes

Serves: 6 - 8

Ingredients:

• 6 slices of bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (See Notes below)

• 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 3/4 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400F and set aside a 11" x 17" rimmed baking sheet.

2. To a medium bowl, add the cubes of bread. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper.

3. Using your hands or a large spoon, toss until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.

4. Arrange the seasoned bread cubes over the base of the baking sheet.

5. Bake for 8 - 10 minutes or to your desired level of doneness. Your croutons are done when they are golden in colour and crispy.

6. Let the croutons slightly cool and serve and enjoy!

Notes:

1. Choosing Your Bread: The world is really your oyster here! I typically use Delicious Sweet Hawaiian bread for this recipe but you can use whatever bread you have on hand. Rye, brioche, sourdough, whole wheat, dinner rolls, ciabatta, or gluten-free bread are all fantastic options.

2. Repurposing Day-Old Bread: If you have a few slices of day old or stale bread laying around the kitchen, don’t throw them out. Instead, use them to make these croutons!