Buttery Garlic Sourdough Croutons

Quick, crispy, garlicky goodness—these homemade buttery garlic sourdough croutons are better than store-bought!

There is nothing quite like a recipe that comes together so fast and elevates a dish so much. These croutons are just that. Made with sourdough bread and a few other pantry staples you probably already have on hand. These croutons are the perfect addition to your salads, soups, or just to munch on as you are making dinner.

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

Quick and easy recipe that uses simple, real ingredients you already have on hand.

So flavorful with that buttery, garlic deliciousness.

An easy way to use up sourdough bread.

Clean ingredients with no preservatives.

Ingredients Breakdown

• Sourdough bread: Use your homemade sourdough or favorite store-bought brand. Day-old bread works best
• Butter: Adds richness and helps with crisping. I prefer a grass-fed butter.
• Garlic powder: Brings bold garlic flavor
• Salt: Enhances all the flavors

How to Make Delicious Buttery Garlic Sourdough Croutons

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Cut the bread into ¾-inch cubes.

2. In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with the melted butter, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.

3. Spread the croutons in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden brown and crispy.

4. Let the croutons cool completely before using. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tips for the Best Croutons

• Use bread that is slightly stale. This will make chewier and crunchier croutons.
• Stir your croutons halfway through baking to ensure they are cooked evenly.
• Make sure that your croutons have cooled completely before storing them so that they stay nice and crisp.
• Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Make it Your Own

Sprinkle in some Italian seasonings or paprika to up your flavor. Try olive oil instead of butter for deeper flavor. Add in some grated parmesan cheese before baking to make a cheesy crouton. There are so many different ways to make these croutons your own.

More Sourdough Recipes

• Fluffy Sourdough Pancakes
• The Best Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Buttery Garlic Sourdough Croutons

Quick, crispy, garlicky goodness—these homemade buttery garlic sourdough croutons are better than store-bought!

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Prep Time:5 minutes mins

Cook Time:15 minutes mins

Total Time:20 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 cup

Ingredients

• 4 cups sourdough bread cut into ¾-inch cubes
• 4 tablespoons butter melted
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt or to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the sourdough bread into cubes.
3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, then stir in the garlic powder and salt.
4. Toss the bread cubes in the butter mixture until evenly coated.
5. Spread the cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Notes

• Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Re-crisp in the oven if needed.
• Use bread that is slightly stale.