For a deeper garlic flavor, consider roasting the garlic cloves before mincing. Use day-old bread for best results – it will absorb the oil without becoming soggy. Feel free to experiment with other cheeses, such as Pecorino Romano or Asiago. Add other herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano for a different flavor profile. These croutons can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Chef John's Homemade Croutons
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS330
Transform stale bread into golden, intensely flavored morsels! These homemade croutons, infused with garlic and Parmesan, will elevate your salads and soups to gourmet status. A ridiculously simple way to add a touch of crunchy, savory perfection to any meal.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate34 g
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Cholesterol13 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium890 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and minced garlic. Allow this mixture to sit at room temperature for at least 3 hours, or even overnight, to allow the garlic to fully infuse the oil. (3 hours)
03 Step
Recipe View Place the bread cubes in a large bowl. Strain the garlic-infused oil over the bread, ensuring an even coating. Add 1/2 cup of the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss everything together until the bread cubes are uniformly coated. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip the croutons and bake for another 15 minutes. (30 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Gently push the croutons together with a spatula to form a more compact rectangle on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese evenly over the top. Continue baking until the cheese is melted and the croutons are a deep golden brown and crunchy, approximately 10 to 15 minutes more. (15 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing in an airtight container.
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Evalyn Okeefe
Jun 1, 2025I added a little rosemary and it was a fantastic addition. Will definitely make these again!
Israel Dicki
Mar 14, 2025The only thing I would change is maybe adding a little more garlic. Otherwise, perfect!
Bridget Ritchiegrady
Jan 1, 2025I didn't have a baguette, so I used sourdough and they were still delicious!
Trent Berge
Oct 8, 2024Easy to follow recipe and the croutons turned out perfectly crunchy. My kids loved them!
Pietro Beatty
Mar 13, 2024These croutons are amazing! So much better than store-bought. The garlic flavor is incredible.