Dairy-Free Homemade Bread Croutons
Transform your salads, soups, and more with these irresistibly crispy Dairy-Free Homemade Bread Croutons! Made from simple pantry staples like day-old bread, olive oil, and an aromatic blend of garlic, onion powder, and oregano, this recipe is the perfect way to add crunchy texture and bold flavor to any dish. These golden-brown croutons are oven-baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, making them a quick, wholesome alternative to store-bought options. Perfect for those avoiding dairy but craving gourmet flair, they can be prepared in advance and conveniently stored for whenever you need a flavorful topping. Elevate your meals with this easy, versatile crouton recipe today!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups, cubed Day-old bread
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes until you have about 4 cups.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Add the bread cubes to the bowl, and toss them until they are evenly coated with the oil and spice mixture.
Step 5
Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the croutons cool on the sheet for a few minutes before serving.
Step 8
Once cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container if not using immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1055.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3051.2 |
| Total Fat 74.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7275.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 495.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.1g | |
| Protein 90.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1470.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 37.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1222.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories