Croutons

Health score
6%
Croutons
45 min.
3
404kcal

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Croutons are the perfect way to elevate any dish, adding a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor that can transform a simple salad or soup into a gourmet experience. This recipe, which serves three, is a fantastic addition to your culinary repertoire, bringing together the rich taste of cheese and the satisfying texture of freshly baked bread. In just 45 minutes, you can create a batch of homemade croutons that will impress your family and friends.

Made from just a few basic ingredients, our croutons are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you prefer the classic cheesy flavor or a more traditional baked version, these croutons are versatile enough to complement a variety of meals. Plus, with only 404 calories per serving, they’re a guilt-free indulgence for anyone looking to enhance their dining experience.

Imagine adding these crunchy morsels to a steaming bowl of soup or tossing them over your favorite salad for that extra textural contrast. With a combination of healthy fats, proteins, and carbs, this recipe strikes a wonderful balance, making it a fantastic side dish or topping. So grab your bread and let’s get cooking—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • slices bread 
  • servings cheese 
  • servings croutons 
  • servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Remove crust from bread slices.
  2. Cut bread into 3/8-inch cubes. Drop cubes into deep, hot oil (375), and cook until lightly browned.
  3. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain.
  4. Serve Croutons with soups or stews.

Nutrition Facts

Calories404kcal
Protein12.91%
Fat59.43%
Carbs27.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.56
Glycemic Load
14.98
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.576521754913%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:403.67kcal
20.18%
Fat:26.8g
41.24%
Saturated Fat:8.3g
51.88%
Carbohydrates:28.07g
9.36%
Net Carbohydrates:25.78g
9.37%
Sugar:3.31g
3.68%
Cholesterol:30mg
10%
Sodium:468.06mg
20.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.1g
26.2%
Selenium:24.99µg
35.7%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.78%
Calcium:282.86mg
28.29%
Vitamin K:29.21µg
27.82%
Phosphorus:210.79mg
21.08%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.34%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.24%
Vitamin B3:3.2mg
16%
Folate:55.22µg
13.81%
Iron:2.11mg
11.71%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.28%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.84%
Fiber:2.29g
9.16%
Magnesium:31.37mg
7.84%
Vitamin A:301.72IU
6.03%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.87%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.3%
Copper:0.09mg
4.72%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.16%
Potassium:103.3mg
2.95%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.2%
Source:My Recipes