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    Gluten-Free Croutons {Dairy-Free, Vegan}

    Published: Jul 16, 2020 · by Audrey

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    An easy recipe for homemade gluten-free croutons. Learn to make homemade croutons to use in salads, soups, stuffing, and more! The recipe is also dairy-free and vegan. gluten-free crouotns on a baking sheet with a wooden spoon

    Gluten-Free Croutons

    Gluten-free croutons are so easy to make at home! I personally have never seen a brand of store-bought gluten-free croutons, so I have always made my own.  Making homemade gluten-free croutons takes only a few minutes are made with simple ingredients.

    Homemade croutons are also easy to customize with whatever seasonings you enjoy. My recipe is for traditional garlic croutons like the ones you find on Ceasar salads. A lot of people also like Italian style croutons, and it’s easy to add your favorite Italian seasoning to the mix.

    This recipe is for a big batch of croutons, but you can easily half the recipe. You can see just how easy it is to make homemade croutons in the recipe video.


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    How To Make Gluten-Free Croutons

    • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Cut the loaf of bread into ¾-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
    • Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the bread.
    • Drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil. Toss until all of the bread cubes are well coated.
    • Spread the bread cubes onto the prepared baking sheet making sure the bread cubes are in an even layer and not touching.
    • Bake for 10 to 20 minutes or until the croutons are golden brown. If you are using fresh bread, it will take a little longer to become golden brown. If the bread is stale or dry, it will brown faster. Please watch your oven at the 10-minute mark.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store leftovers in an airtight container either at room temperature or the refrigerator.

    Can You Freeze Croutons?

    Homemade croutons can be easily frozen. Once they are completely cooled, place them in a freezer bag. Croutons can be frozen for several months.

    When you want to use the croutons, take out the amount you want and let them thaw on the counter for 10-15 minutes. You can also thaw in the refrigerator overnight as well.

    If you want to re-crisp the croutons, you can place them back in the oven and toast briefly under the broiler or at 250°F.

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    Gluten-Free Bread

    You can use any brand of gluten-free bread to make croutons. You can even use saved-up end pieces from loaves.

    If you want to use homemade gluten-free bread to make croutons, I have two easy recipes for you to try.

    • Easy Gluten-Free Bread {Dairy-Free}
    • Homemade Gluten-Free Bread {Dairy-Free Option}

    Ways To Use Homemade Gluten-Free Croutons

    • Salads, especially Caesar salad.
    • Soups like gluten-free tomato soup, gluten-free onion soup, or my Gluten-Free Cream Of Mushroom Soup.
    • Stuffing and Casseroles.
    • You can also easily turn croutons into breadcrumbs.

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    Dairy-Free And Vegan Croutons

    My recipe for gluten-free croutons is also dairy-free and vegan. I use Schar Artisan Baker White gluten-free bread which is also dairy and egg-free. I use olive oil in the recipe, so there is no butter needed.

    Easy Homemade Gluten-Free Croutons

    Once you’ve made these easy homemade gluten-free croutons, you’ll never have a salad without them again! My recipe makes a large batch and can be easily frozen for later. You can use any brand of gluten-free bread you like.

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    More Gluten-Free Recipes To Try!

    • Gluten-Free Bread Crumb Recipe {Dairy-Free}
    • Gluten-Free Sweet Cornbread {Dairy-Free Option}
    • Gluten-Free Dinner Rolls {Dairy-Free Option}

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    Gluten-Free Croutons {Dairy-Free & Vegan}

    An easy recipe for homemade gluten-free croutons. Learn to make homemade croutons to use in salads, soups, stuffing, and more! The recipe is also dairy-free and vegan. 
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Keyword gluten-free croutons, gluten-free dairy-free croutons, gluten-free vegan croutons
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 81kcal
    Author Audrey from Mama Knows Gluten Free

    Ingredients

    • 1 loaf gluten-free bread About 14 ounces, cut into ¾-inch cubes. I like Schar gluten-free bread.
    • ⅓ cup olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Cut the loaf of bread into ¾-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
    • Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the bread. Drizzle the bread cubes with olive oil. Toss until all of the bread cubes are well coated.
    • Spread the bread cubes onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure the bread cubes are in an even layer and not touching.
    • Bake for 10 to 20 minutes, or until the croutons are golden brown. If you are using fresh bread, it will take a little longer to become golden brown. If the bread is stale or dry, it will brown faster. Please watch your oven at the 10-minute mark.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store leftovers in an airtight container either at room temperature or the refrigerator. The croutons can also be frozen.

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    Notes

    • For dairy-free and vegan croutons: use a gluten-free bread that is also dairy and egg-free, like Schar gluten-free. 
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator. 
    • The croutons can be frozen for several months. Defrost on the countertop or in the refrigerator overnight. To re-crisp: broil or bake at 250°F for a few minutes. 
    • Mama says, "check all of your labels!"

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1½ cup | Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 218mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Susan says

      August 23, 2021 at 9:49 pm

      Enjoyed the recipe! Easily could add other spices to the croutons prior to baking. Turned out perfect for a gf salad topper. Thanks!

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    I'm Audrey Roberts, a busy mama of four and I love sharing the recipes that I make for my family. I make gluten-free family-friendly recipes that are simple and delicious that you can too! I use easy to find ingredients that won't break your budget. You will also find dairy-free options and Paleo recipes. I am also the author of  The Everything Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Cookbook, which is an Amazon Best Selling Cookbook in the US and Internationally. Living gluten-free since 2010. I hope by me sharing my journey it may help you with yours.  Read More…

     

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