Elevate your salads with these delightfully crisp Golden Baked Parmesan Croutons. Infused with garlic, flavorful seasonings, and baked to perfection, these croutons are simple, healthy, and incredibly delicious.
Preheat the oven to 375°F and move the oven rack to the middle position.
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Mince the garlic cloves and combine with the extra-virgin olive oil in a large mixing bowl.
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Chop the rustic bread into 3/4-inch cubes and set aside.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the unsalted butter in 10-second increments until fully melted, stirring after each increment.
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Add the melted butter to the garlic-infused olive oil and mix well.
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Add the kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the oil and butter mixture, stirring to combine.
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Add the bread cubes to the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
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Spread the croutons on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp, stirring halfway through baking.
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Remove the croutons from the oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, tossing gently to evenly coat all croutons.
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Allow the croutons to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
Health Info
Macros
12g
CARBS
17g
FAT
6g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Nutrition Facts
PER SERVING
6 SERVINGS
52G EACH
Calories
227 kcal
11%
Carbohydrates
13 g
5%
Fat
17 g
22%
Protein
7 g
13%
Minerals
Vitamins
*Current daily values are based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition values are calculated using the USDA nutrient database and may be inaccurate.