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How to Make Homemade Croutons

June 20, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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Homemade Croutons

Fail proof way to make the perfect croutons every time!
Prep Time10 minutes minutes
Cook Time15 minutes minutes
Cooling Time2 hours hours
Servings - 4 cups

Ingredients 

  • 15 slices country loaf bread (ideally stale) cut into bite size pieces
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, toss the bread pieces with the olive oil and garlic salt. Spread in an even layer on the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes (set a timer!), then leave in the oven as it cools down for about 2 hours.
  • Remove from oven and let cool completely before transferring to storage baggie or container.
  • STORAGE: Keep sealed in an airtight container and toss on your salad. Use within 5 days. If you won't use them all within 5 days, keep in the freezer until ready to use. Let warm up on the counter for about 15-20 minutes (they will thaw quickly because they are small pieces!)
  • GLUTEN FREE: Use sliced gluten-free sourdough bread in place of the loaf bread to make homemade gluten-free croutons.

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