Garlic Butter Croutons Recipe
Turn leftover bread into crispy, flavorful garlic butter croutons. Just toss bread cubes with melted butter, garlic, and a pinch of salt, then bake until golden. Perfect for soups, salads, or snacking!
Ingredients
- 3 cups leftover bread cubed
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil optional for extra crispiness
- 2 garlic cloves minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Optional: dried herbs like parsley or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt butter in a pan or microwave. Stir in garlic (or garlic powder), olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Toss bread cubes in the garlic butter until well coated.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.