Cornbread Croutons

Health score
2%
Cornbread Croutons
10 min.
8
133kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salads and soups with a delightful crunch? Look no further than these homemade Cornbread Croutons! Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these croutons are a fantastic way to use up leftover cornbread while adding a burst of flavor to your dishes.

With just a handful of ingredients, including buttermilk and a hint of bacon drippings, you can whip up these tasty morsels in no time. The combination of self-rising cornmeal mix and a large egg creates a light and airy texture that will have your taste buds dancing. Seasoned with salt and pepper, these croutons are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you toss them into a fresh garden salad, sprinkle them over a hearty soup, or enjoy them as a snack on their own, they are sure to impress.

In just 10 minutes of prep time and a little patience while they bake, you’ll have a batch of golden-brown croutons that are perfect for any occasion. Plus, they can be stored in an airtight container for up to a day, making them a convenient addition to your meal prep. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy the delightful crunch of homemade Cornbread Croutons!

Ingredients

  • cup buttermilk 
  • cup self-rising corn meal mix white
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • tablespoons add carrot and onion to bacon fat . cook 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Coat bottom and sides of an 8-inch square pan with bacon drippings; heat in oven 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk together 1 cup cornmeal mix, buttermilk, egg, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper; pour batter into hot pan.
  4. Bake at 450 for 15 to 17 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn out onto a wire rack; cool completely (about 30 minutes). Reduce oven temperature to 32
  5. Cut cornbread into 1 1/2-inch squares.
  6. Place on a baking sheet; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
  7. Bake at 325 for 30 to 35 minutes or until crisp and lightly browned.
  8. Remove to a wire rack; cool completely (about 30 minutes). Store in airtight container up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories133kcal
Protein10.59%
Fat38.12%
Carbs51.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.88
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.4013043719789%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:133.2kcal
6.66%
Fat:5.68g
8.74%
Saturated Fat:2.22g
13.86%
Carbohydrates:17.19g
5.73%
Net Carbohydrates:15.82g
5.75%
Sugar:1.49g
1.65%
Cholesterol:29.88mg
9.96%
Sodium:471.28mg
20.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.55g
7.1%
Phosphorus:176.41mg
17.64%
Folate:60.56µg
15.14%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.22%
Calcium:102.18mg
10.22%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.14%
Iron:1.18mg
6.58%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.45%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.69%
Fiber:1.37g
5.48%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.18%
Selenium:3.04µg
4.34%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
4.02%
Magnesium:15.44mg
3.86%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.3%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.23%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Vitamin A:144.92IU
2.9%
Potassium:94.8mg
2.71%
Copper:0.04mg
2.17%
Source:My Recipes