Wondering how to make croutons in a pan? it's a no brainer, and in 10 minutes you can have plenty of golden crispy croutons full of flavor. No need to turn on the oven. Recipe yields exactly 4 cups of croutons (enough for 4 serving)
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: Bread
Cuisine: French
Keyword: how to make croutons in a pan
Servings: 4
Calories: 199kcal
Author: Katia
Ingredients
4 cups(200 gr/7oz)bread (ciabatta, baguette, sourdough is best...)
2-3tablespoonolive oil or extra virgin olive oil
3garlic cloves, smashed (or ¼ tsp of garlic powder)
½ teaspoonfine salt
Instructions
Cut your bread into even-sized pieces, about 3/4-inch cubes. I used ciabatta bread to make about 4 loosely packed cups of bread cubes.
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large non stick pan (or well seasoned skillet) over medium-high heat. Add the smashed garlic cloves, slightly reduce the heat, and let them hang out for a couple of minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can quickly turn bitter.
Remove the garlic, toss in the cubed bread and spread them out possibly in a single layer. Sprinkle some salt, and don't stir for a couple of minutes until they start to brown on one side. Then start to toss them until they get toasted and crispy evenly, add an extra touch of olive oil on the bottom of the pan if needed. It takes about 7-8 minutes.
Transfer the croutons onto a serving plate or a bowl, and enjoy with your fav soup or salad.
Notes
Storage: they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Make sure they are completely cooled before storing them, as any residual heat can create moisture and lead to spoilage. Freezable: if you want to store your croutons for longer, it's best to freeze them in a resealable freezer bag and remove as much air as possible before sealing. To enjoy them, simply thaw the croutons at room temperature before adding them to your favorite dish. Croutons can be frozen for up to 2 months.Nutrition facts: the nutrition values are for one generous portion of croutons (1 cup) and are based on an online nutrition calculator. It’s an estimate only and it should not be considered as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. Please see my disclosure policies.