Homemade Honey Butter Sourdough Croutons
Crispy honey-butter sourdough croutons made by tossing cubed sourdough with honey, melted butter, and oil, then baking until golden and crisp.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups of cubed sourdough about 1/2 a loaf
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup of oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1/2 cup oil until combined.
- Add 4 cups cubed sourdough to the bowl and toss with the honey-butter-oil mixture until the bread is evenly coated.
- Season the coated bread cubes with salt and pepper to taste and toss once more to distribute the seasoning.
- Spread the coated bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet (do not overcrowd).
- Bake at 400°F for 10–15 minutes, stirring or turning the croutons every 5 minutes, until they are lightly golden brown and crisp. Watch closely near the end to prevent burning.
- Remove the croutons from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet or a wire rack.
- Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
8. Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.