Description
Crispy and flavorful bagel croutons made by toasting bite-sized pieces of day-old bagels in olive oil and salt. Perfect for adding a crunchy texture to salads, soups, or as a snack.
Ingredients
Bagel Croutons Ingredients
- 2 plain bagels (about 8 ounces total), preferably day-old, torn or cut into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a rimmed sheet pan for baking.
- Toss Bagel Pieces: On the sheet pan, toss the bagel pieces with the olive oil and salt until each piece is well coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Bake Croutons: Spread the bagel pieces out in a single layer on the pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, tossing once halfway through the baking time, until the pieces are crunchy and golden brown.
- Adjust Seasoning and Cool: Taste a crouton and add more salt if needed. Allow the croutons to cool on the pan before serving or storing.
Notes
- Using day-old bagels ensures they dry out properly and become crunchy without becoming too soft.
- You can experiment with different types of bagels such as sesame or everything bagels for varied flavors.
- Store cooled bagel croutons in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain crispiness.
- These croutons are a great alternative to traditional bread croutons and add a unique texture and flavor to dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
