Homemade Honey Butter Sourdough Croutons

These Homemade Honey Butter Sourdough Croutons are sweet, buttery, and perfectly crunchy—ideal for salads, soups, or snacking!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Side, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure that your croutons bake evenly and develop that perfect golden-brown color.
Take your sourdough loaf and cut it into 1-inch cubes. You want them to be uniform in size for even cooking. Place the cubed bread into a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine ½ cup of melted unsalted butter, ½ cup of honey, and ¼ cup of oil. Whisk until well blended. This mixture will coat your bread cubes and give them an irresistible flavor.
Pour the honey butter mixture over the cubed sourdough. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently toss the bread cubes until they are evenly coated with the mixture. Be careful not to break the cubes.
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the coated croutons. Toss again to ensure even seasoning. Adjust the amount of salt according to your preference.
Spread the croutons out in a single layer on a baking sheet. This is crucial for even baking and crispiness.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown and crispy. Make sure to toss them halfway through the baking time for even browning.
Once baked, remove the croutons from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. They will continue to harden as they cool down. Serve them warm or let them cool completely before storing.

Use stale sourdough bread for the best texture and shape retention during baking.
Toss croutons halfway through baking to ensure even browning and crispiness.
Store cooled croutons in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Keyword Croutons, Easy, Honey Butter, Quick, Sourdough