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Ingredients
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- 12 oz french baguette cut into ¾” cubes
- ¼ cup canola oil or olive oil
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning such as hidden valley
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375℉ and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the baguette in half for easier handling, then cut it into ¾” cubes.
- In a large bowl, drizzle the oil over the bread cubes and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Add the ranch seasoning, parsley, kosher salt, and black pepper to the bread. Toss everything together to ensure even distribution.
- Spread the seasoned bread chunks on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the croutons are crispy and golden brown, tossing them halfway through for even cooking. Allow them to cool completely.
- Store the cooled croutons in an airtight container.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your preference for a customized flavor.
These croutons can be stored for up to a week for freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg