Homemade Bread Croutons

Transform your stale bread into golden, crunchy perfection with this easy Homemade Bread Croutons recipe! Using just a few pantry staples—like olive oil, garlic powder, and dried oregano—you’ll create irresistibly crispy bites that are bursting with flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, these oven-baked croutons are perfect for elevating your favorite salads, soups, or even as a grab-and-go snack. This recipe is a great way to reduce food waste by repurposing day-old bread, and the customizable seasoning options make it a versatile favorite. Whether you're meal prepping or whipping up a quick topping, these croutons are as practical as they are delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups day-old bread
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1/2-inch cubes. You should have about 4 cups of cubed bread.

Step 3

Place the bread cubes into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the bread cubes, ensuring even distribution.

Step 5

Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper onto the cubes.

Step 6

Gently toss the bread cubes with your hands or a spatula until they are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.

Step 7

Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Remove the croutons from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.

Step 10

Once cooled, store the croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1049.4 grams (1049.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3042

Total Fat 74.10g	95%
Saturated Fat 13.50g	68%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6093mg	265%
Total Carbohydrate 493.10g	179%
Dietary Fiber 27.70g	99%
Total Sugars 50.10g
Protein 90.60g	181%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1460mg	112%
Iron 37mg	204%
Potassium 1192mg	25%

*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: 22.2%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 65.7%