Garlic–Brown Butter Croutons

Homemade croutons made with crusty country bread, toasted in aromatic brown butter and garlic. These crispy, flavorful croutons are perfect for soups and salads.

6 servings
33 min

Ingredients

  • 6 oz country-style bread
  • 10 cloves garlic
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 to taste Kosher salt
  • 1 to taste black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Place bread in a large bowl. Cook garlic and butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, swirling often, until foaming subsides, butter turns golden brown, and garlic is fragrant, 6-8 minutes. Drizzle garlic butter over bread and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.

    8 min

  2. 2.

    Spread out bread mixture on a small rimmed baking sheet. Bake croutons until deep golden brown and crisp, 20-25 minutes. Let cool, then pluck out and discard garlic cloves.

    25 min

  3. 3.

    Do Ahead: Croutons can be made 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.