Make these crispy homemade croutons as a crispy addition to fall soup, stuffing or salads. Coated in fresh rosemary, thyme, and olive oil, these little bites are so addictive you will never buy store bought croutons again.
It’s soup season! I make homemade stock and soup at least once a week all winter and love to pair with my crispy homemade croutons.
Homemade croutons are surprisingly simple to make and a great for using up stale bread.
KEY INGREDIENTS + VARIATIONS
Bread: Stale bread is ideal. I prefer a crusty artisanal style bread, but if you only have a loaf of sliced bread on hand that will work!
Herbs: I add fresh rosemary, and thyme, but you can mix it up based on your taste. Try dried herbs like Italian seasoning if you don’t have fresh herbs.
Olive Oil: I use extra-virgin olive oil, but use whatever kind of you have. Try substituting half of the olive oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
Extras: Depending on what you want to use your croutons for, you could add a clove or two of fresh garlic or a teaspoon of granulated garlic. Garlic will add more of a bite and distinctive flavor to the croutons.
WHAT TO EAT WITH CRISPY HOMEMADE CROUTONS
Salads: Is it really a salad if there are no croutons? Try adding some to my classic niçoise salad recipe.
Soup: Warming fall and winter soups are made even better when topped with homemade croutons.
Stuffing: These croutons are perfect for your favorite Thanksgiving stuffing recipe.
Snacking: These croutons are also delicious as a quick snack! The perfect bite of crispy and savory to
Cheese boards: Mix up the cracker selection on a cheese board with some crispy croutons. These little savory bites are a crowd favorite!
Watch my Instagram reel here to see the process of making these croutons.
Equipment
Storage
- Store in an airtight container for about a week.
Rosemary croutons
Description
Coated in fresh rosemary, thyme, and olive oil, these little crouton bites are so addictive you will never buy store bought croutons again.
Ingredients
3 cups of 1 inch cubed crusty bread
4 tablespoons olive oil
1-2 tablespoons fresh rosemary and thyme, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Add bread to a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil. Add herbs, salt and pepper then toss well.
3. Spread bread mixture in an even layer onto baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until browned, string every 5 minutes.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for about a week.
This recipe can easily be doubled.
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