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Sourdough Bread Croutons

Easy homemade sourdough croutons from scratch that are crunchy, buttery, and insanely delicious in under 10 minutes. Choose your favorite bread, with the options of making these croutons gluten-free and vegan. Perfect for salads and soups!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Serving 8 servings

Ingredients
 

  • 2 - 3 large slices of sourdough bread, about 3 cups cubed, gluten-free or regular
  • 1 Tbsp melted butter, vegan or regular
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
  • Cut the sourdough bread into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Add to a mixing bowl.
  • Combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the bread and toss to combine.
  • Evenly arrange bread across the lined baking sheet.
    sourdough bread croutons on a baking sheet before going into the oven
  • Bake for 8 - 10 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
    crispy vegan croutons on baking sheet
  • Enjoy on top of a salad or in a soup!

Notes

Bread: Use gluten-free or regular sourdough. You can also substitute with your favorite gluten-free bread, this recipe works for almost all types of bread.
Stale Bread Hack: While fresh bread works, using slightly stale sourdough enhances crispiness. If your bread is too fresh, leave it out for an hour or three before cubing.
Butter: You can substitute the butter with another 1 Tablespoon of olive oil if needed.
Garlic: I do not recommend using fresh minced garlic, it will burn in the oven.
Make them Vegan: Use dairy-free butter rather than regular butter to make these croutons 100% vegan.
Storage Tip: Store leftover croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. While best enjoyed within the first few hours for optimal crispiness, proper storage helps retain their flavor and texture. Avoid refrigeration, as it can make croutons lose their crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Healthy
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