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Homemade croutons

Homemade Croutons

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Making your own croutons is incredibly easy and so much tastier than store-bought. With just a few ingredients and a little time, you’ll have crispy, golden croutons that elevate any dish.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Keyword bread
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 166
Author Simone

Ingredients

  • 3 slices stale bread
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or another neutral oil
  • 1 sprig rosemary finely chopped (needles only)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese optional – or try Parrano Original shavings

Instructions

  • Cut the bread into small cubes. Don’t cut them too small, about ½ inch (1.5 cm) cubes are perfect, but exact size isn’t critical. Use the crusts or remove them, your choice.
  • Place the bread cubes in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add the chopped herbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • Heat a skillet with a little oil (or butter) and cook the croutons until golden brown. Shake or stir regularly so they brown evenly.
  • Transfer to a piece of paper towel to cool. Season with salt and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Oven method: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake in a single layer on a baking sheet for 10–15 minutes, until golden brown.
Air fryer method: Cook at 350°F (180°C) for 6-8 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Storage: Store for up to 1 week in an airtight container. Reheat briefly to make them crispy again.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 479mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg