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Homemade Croutons

It's so easy to transform leftover bread into delicious Homemade Croutons using simple pantry ingredients!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 6 cups French bread cubes about 5 ounces, cut into approximately ¾-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 16x12 rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, about a tablespoon at a time, while tossing in-between. Coat bread cubes as evenly as possible.
  • Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat as evenly as possible.
  • Arrange the bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet (without the cubes touching).
  • Bake for 16 to 18 minutes (or until golden brown and crisp), flipping the bread cubes halfway through baking.

Notes

  • Once cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container or a resealable zip-top bag at room temperature for 5 to 7 days.
  • Ovens and baking time may vary - please periodically check the croutons while baking.