Homemade Ranch Croutons
If you’ve ever grabbed a bag of croutons from the grocery store, you’re going to love how easy it is to make your own at home. These homemade ranch croutons come together in just minutes of prep and turn simple bread into crispy, flavorful bites. With ranch seasoning, they go to the next level and add so much flavor to green salads, tomato soup, or your favorite soup. This is a great way to use up leftover bread, and once you try it, you may never go back to store-bought again.
A crusty loaf like french bread or italian bread works best. Avoid soft sandwich bread.
Yes! Air fry at 350°F for 5–7 minutes, shaking often, until golden brown.
Once cooled, pulse the crunchy croutons in a food processor to make bread crumbs.
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Ingredient Notes
- French baguette: The best bread for crunchy croutons, with a sturdy texture that holds up well.
- Canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil: Helps crisp the bread and adds rich flavor.
- Ranch seasoning: Brings bold, herby flavor without extra work.
- Fresh parsley: Adds a pop of color and fresh taste (optional).
- Kosher salt: Enhances all the flavors.
- Black pepper: Adds a little bite and balance.
Homemade Ranch Croutons
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice baguette in half to make two manageable size pieces; slice into ¾” cubes.
- In a large bowl; drizzle oil on bread chunks and toss with a large spoon until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle bread with ranch seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Spread bread chunks onto the prepared baking sheet in one even layer.
- Bake at 375℉ for 25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, tossing halfway through.
- Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Homemade Ranch Croutons
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Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉ Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice baguette in half to make two manageable size pieces; slice into ¾” cubes.
- In a large bowl; drizzle oil on bread chunks and toss with a large spoon until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle bread with ranch seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Spread bread chunks onto the prepared baking sheet in one even layer.
- Bake at 375℉ for 25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, tossing halfway through. Cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
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