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Crispy Homemade Sourdough Croutons

These crunchy, golden croutons turn any simple salad or bowl of soup into a special meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 15, 2026
Crispy Homemade Sourdough Croutons
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
6

There is nothing quite like the crunch of a fresh crouton made right in your own kitchen. Using sourdough bread gives these a wonderful tang that you just cannot get from store bought bags, and they stay crispy for days when stored properly.

My favorite trick is to toss the bread cubes with a mix of melted butter and olive oil. This gives you the best of both worlds, as the butter provides a rich flavor and the olive oil helps them get perfectly golden brown without burning.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sourdough bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Place the sourdough cubes in a large mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and dried herbs.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the butter mixture over the bread cubes and toss gently until every piece is evenly coated.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the bread and toss again to distribute the cheese.

  6. 6

    Spread the cubes out in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.

  7. 7

    Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crisp.

  8. 8

    Let them cool completely on the tray before serving so they firm up nicely.

💡 Tips

Store your cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. If they lose their crunch, just pop them back in a warm oven for a few minutes to crisp them up again. They are perfect for topping creamy tomato soup or a classic Caesar salad.

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