Sourdough Croutons Recipe
Making Sourdough Croutons is a great way to bring new life to leftover sourdough bread. Use them to bring a delicious crunch to your salads and soups.
Ingredients
- 6 cups sourdough bread*, torn into 1-inch pieces or diced into ¾- inch cubes
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and your choice of seasonings and/or cheese, tossing again to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the cubes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. Turn the croutons halfway through, after 15 minutes, for even browning. Once they’re firm and fully crisp, remove from the oven and let them cool completely before storing*.
Notes
*Use day-old sourdough for the best texture. It should be slightly dried out. 6 cups of sourdough bread is about 8 to 10 oz.
*Bake the croutons until they're fully crispy; if they remain soft, they’ll be chewy and spoil more quickly during storage.
Storing the Croutons:
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container in a low-humidity area for up to a week or longer in some cases. If cheese was used, store for 3-5 days as it may spoil more quickly.
- Store in a cool, dry area, and keep them away from humidity to prevent croutons from becoming stale or moldy.
Nutrition Facts
Sourdough Croutons Recipe
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
69
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
133
mg
6
%
Potassium
17
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
7
g
2
%
Fiber
0.3
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
0.2
IU
0
%
Calcium
8
mg
1
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
