Buttered Breadcrumbs

Transform humble bread slices into a golden, crunchy masterpiece with this quick and versatile Buttered Breadcrumbs recipe. Perfectly toasted in a luscious blend of unsalted butter and olive oil, these breadcrumbs are irresistibly crisp and loaded with rich, buttery flavor. A touch of salt enhances their savory appeal, while optional upgrades like garlic powder, black pepper, or freshly chopped parsley add a gourmet twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect as a topping for pasta, casseroles, or salads, providing an easy way to add texture and depth to your dishes. Made best with day-old bread, this recipe is also an excellent way to reduce food waste while elevating everyday meals. Whether prepared fresh or stored for later, these breadcrumbs are a pantry essential you didn’t know you needed!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices bread (preferably day-old or slightly stale)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, chopped finely)

Directions

Step 1

1. Start by preparing your bread. Tear the slices of bread into smaller pieces and pulse them in a food processor until they are reduced to coarse crumbs. You should have about 1.5 to 2 cups of breadcrumbs.

Step 2

2. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil to prevent the butter from burning.

Step 3

3. Once the butter is fully melted and slightly bubbling, add the breadcrumbs to the skillet.

Step 4

4. Stir the breadcrumbs to coat them evenly in the butter and oil mixture. Spread them out into an even layer in the pan.

Step 5

5. Cook the breadcrumbs over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 8–10 minutes or until they turn golden brown and aromatic.

Step 6

6. Season the breadcrumbs with salt and, if desired, add black pepper, garlic powder, or any other seasonings of your choice. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

7. If you’re using fresh parsley, stir it into the breadcrumbs in the last 30 seconds of cooking. This will give them a fresh, vibrant flavor.

Step 8

8. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the breadcrumbs cool completely. They will crisp up further as they cool.

Step 9

9. Use immediately as a topping or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	206.9 grams (206.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	774

Total Fat 44.00g	56%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1395mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 80.80g	29%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 8.00g
Protein 16.40g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 229mg	5%

*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: 50.5%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 41.2%