These homemade sourdough croutons are easy to make and are not lacking in flavor one bit! They are a great topping for soups and salads!
It may be weird to hear but my family has always been known for the salads that we make. If you ever had a salad and don’t like it, it was obviously made wrong. A good salad has lots of different flavors and textures. You also can’t forget about having a good dressing! Although, what may be most important, is finishing off the salad with croutons.
Croutons add the perfect crunch and extra flavor to any good salad. Just like a Caesar salad is nothing without croutons, I think the same goes for any other salad. Croutons elevate it!
Growing up, my mom would make a salad to go with our dinner and set it on the table as we were setting it or preparing the other food. It wasn’t long before all our hands were reaching on the salad grabbing the croutons off the top. There may have been just a few left by the time we actually sat down to eat.
Homemade croutons are so easy to make and once you do make them, store bought just won’t cut it anymore!
Why You Will Love These Homemade Sourdough Croutons
These homemade sourdough croutons are simple to make. They not only require minimal effort, but also minimal ingredients and minimal time. They can be quickly made when you need to throw a last-minute salad together or add on top to a soup.
You will also love these sourdough croutons because you most likely always have the ingredients on hand. I use onion powder and garlic powder in just about every meal I make, so that is always on hand at my house. Having a good olive oil is a must in a baker or cooks home as well. The last thing is sourdough bread, and if you are on this page, you most likely love making sourdough bread!
These homemade croutons are also versatile. I am all for making a recipe your own. While this recipe has seasonings listed, there are so many other seasonings you could add to them. The flavor possibilities are endless!
You will also love these homemade sourdough croutons because you don’t need a big, beautiful sourdough loaf to make them. Every once in a while, a sourdough loaf of mine doesn’t rise well and just turns out dense. It is really disappointing because it is so time consuming and I don’t want to just throw it. So, making these sourdough croutons with those dense sourdough loaves is what I will be doing!
Best Ways to Use Sourdough Croutons
- On top of oven roasted tomato basil soup
- Give as a food gift in a jar this holiday season
- Into a peach and goat cheese salad when the weather is warmer
- Or on this yummy sweet potato and Brussel sprout salad with pecans
- If you are in charge of a green beans casserole this year for Thanksgiving, they would go great on top of that!
Any other ideas of how to use sourdough croutons? Let us know below!
Ingredients
Sourdough bread
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Dried oregano
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Tools You May Need
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Measuring spoons
Measuring cups
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
How to Make Homemade Sourdough Croutons Step-by-Step
To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Next, taking your sourdough bread loaf, cut it into cubes that are about 1-inch pieces.
Place the cubes onto your lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Give everything a good toss until it is all evenly coated.
Place into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, toss the croutons so new sides bake. Place back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes. The croutons should be crispy and have a beautiful golden color to them.
Enjoy on salads or soups!
How to Store Homemade Croutons
Croutons can be stored in an airtight container or resealable zipper bag for up to one week. Try adding a paper towel in the airtight container or bag to help soak up any extra moisture or oil that may come off of the croutons as they sit. Store them in an airtight container in a cool dark place, like a pantry.
Keep the croutons away from humidity or moisture as it will ruin their texture. They shouldn’t be stored in the refrigerator as it will make them stale.
Homemade Sourdough Croutons
These homemade sourdough croutons are perfectly crispy and a great topping on salads or a creamy soup! Homemade sourdough croutons are easy and quick to make and the flavor is way better than store-bought.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sourdough bread, chopped into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- To start, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. see notes
- Now, take your sourdough bread, slice it, and then chop it into cubes that are about 1 inch in size. see notes
- Once the bread is cubed, place it on the lined baking sheet. Then, drizzle the 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper onto the bread. Using your hands, give everything a good toss to ensure it is all evenly coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Once the 10 minutes is up, give everything another toss so new areas can be baked. Place back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes.
- You know the croutons are done when they are crispy and perfectly golden brown.
- Enjoy! Scoll above to see how to store!
Notes
1. Make sure you use parchment paper and not wax paper. Wax paper could cause issues sticking to the croutons. Parchment paper ensures easy cleanup!
2. If you prefer smaller croutons, feel free to cut the cubes smaller! Just know, that that may affect the length the croutons are in the oven.
More From Brick House on Green
Easy Dark Chocolate Hot Chocolate Homemade Recipe
Homemade Pumpkin Pie | The Best Pumpkin Dessert
How to Make a DIY Felt Letter Christmas Ornament
5 Food Gifts in A Jar | Easy DIY Gift Idea
Leave a Reply