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Garlic And Herb Croissant Croutons

Garlic and Herb Croissant Croutons for Gourmet Everyday Meals

Transform stale croissants into Garlic And Herb Croissant Croutons that elevate meals while reducing food waste.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Croutons
  • 4 croissants Stale Croissants Fresh won't give you the crispiness needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced for even distribution.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme offers a stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder High recommended for depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Seed Skip if you don’t have it.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin adds even more flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cube the stale croissants into 1-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Sprinkle with minced garlic, onion powder, dried thyme, celery seed, and salt. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned croissant cubes and toss to coat.
  5. Spread the cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, turn with a spatula, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure to cut croissants into even cubes for consistent baking. Monitor closely to prevent burning.

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