Enjoy the fiery goodness of homemade spicy croutons with this easy recipe. These crunchy bites are perfect for topping salads or adding extra flavor to soups. Make a big batch and store them in an airtight container for a quick snack!
Ingredients
- 4 cups of cubed bread (day-old bread works best)
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the bread cubes evenly.
- Spread the seasoned bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving or storing in an airtight container.
- Enjoy the spicy croutons on top of your favorite salad or soup!
Interesting Facts
Making your own croutons allows you to control the level of spiciness to suit your taste buds.
Day-old bread works best for croutons as it is firmer and holds up well to baking without becoming soggy.