Golden Parmesan Sourdough Croutons
These crispy, buttery croutons turn any plain bowl of soup or salad into something special.
recipesbynani.comThere is truly nothing like the crunch of a fresh crouton made right in your own kitchen. I love using sourdough because the tangy flavor holds up so well against the savory butter and Parmesan cheese, and it makes the house smell absolutely wonderful while they bake.
My biggest tip for success is to cut your bread cubes into even sizes so they all turn golden brown at the same rate. If you find yourself with extra bread, this is the perfect way to use it up before it goes stale.
🧺 Ingredients
- 4 cups sourdough bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Add the sourdough cubes to the bowl and toss them gently until they are evenly coated in the oil mixture.
- 4
Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the bread and toss again to make sure the cheese sticks to the cubes.
- 5
Spread the bread in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crunchy.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the tray before serving.
💡 Tips
Store your cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If they lose their crunch over time, just pop them back in a warm oven for a few minutes to crisp them up again.
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