Homemade Garlic Croutons (Restaurant-Style)
These homemade garlic croutons are buttery, crispy, and packed with flavor. Made with cubed bread tossed in garlic butter and baked until golden, they’re the perfect restaurant-style topping for salads and soups.
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 15 MINUTES
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 CUPS 1x
- Category: BREAD, Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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4 cups crusty bread, cubed (French bread or sourdough works best)
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
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¼ cup grated parmesan (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
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In a small bowl combine melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Pour the garlic butter mixture over the bread cubes and toss until evenly coated.
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Spread the bread cubes onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the croutons are golden and crispy.
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If using parmesan, sprinkle it over the croutons during the last 5 minutes of baking.
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Allow the croutons to cool before serving. They will become crispier as they cool.
Notes
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Slightly stale bread makes the best croutons.
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Use French bread, sourdough, or baguette for the best texture.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.