Phyllo Croutons

Elevate your soups and salads with the irresistible crunch of homemade phyllo croutons! This simple yet sophisticated recipe transforms delicate layers of phyllo dough into golden, crispy bites seasoned with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a hint of oregano. Melted butter ensures rich, flaky layers, while a quick 8-minute bake achieves the perfect crisp texture. Ideal for adding gourmet flair to everyday dishes, these phyllo croutons are light, flavorful, and easy to make. Serve them fresh from the oven or store for up to three days—they’re the ultimate garnish for any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 sheets Phyllo dough sheets
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place one sheet of phyllo dough onto a clean, dry surface. Keep the remaining sheets covered with a slightly damp kitchen towel to prevent them from drying out.

Step 3

Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the entire surface of the phyllo sheet with melted butter.

Step 4

Sprinkle a thin, even layer of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the buttered phyllo sheet.

Step 5

Place a second phyllo sheet directly on top of the first one. Repeat the brushing and seasoning process with butter and the remaining seasonings.

Step 6

Layer the third phyllo sheet on top, brush it with butter, and sprinkle a final light layer of seasonings. You can adjust the amount of seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the stacked and seasoned phyllo sheets into small squares or rectangles approximately 1-inch in size to create crouton shapes.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the sliced phyllo pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't overlapping.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the phyllo croutons are golden brown and crisp. Keep a close eye on them as they cook quickly and can burn easily.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the croutons to cool completely on the baking sheet.

Step 11

Once cooled, transfer the croutons to an airtight container. Use them immediately or store them at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(130.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	629.0

Total Fat 51.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 132mg	0%
Sodium 1090.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.7mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 89.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 21.6%