Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.
Add bread; toss until the bread is coated.
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Spread in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake, tossing once, until golden, about 20 minutes.
Let cool completely on the baking sheet, about 15 minutes.
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Refrigerate seasoned croutons in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Variations
Herb, Garlic & Parmesan:In Step 2, add 1 tsp.
Italian seasoning and an additional 1/4 tsp.
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ground pepper to the spice/oil mixture before adding the bread.
Bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes.
Chili Powder & Smoked Paprika:In Step 2, add 1 tsp.
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Cajun seasoning (or 1/2 tsp.
smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp.
chili powder, 1/4 tsp.
oregano and a pinch of cayenne pepper) to the spice/oil mixture before adding the bread.
Cheddar & Dill:In Step 2, add 1 tsp.
dried dill to the spice/oil mixture before adding the bread.
Bake until the cheese is bubbling and the croutons are golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes.
Caesar:In Step 2, add 1 Tbsp.
dried parsley, 1/2 tsp.
dried oregano and 1/4 tsp.
dried thyme to the spice/oil mixture before adding the bread.
Bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes.
Ranch:In Step 2, add 1 Tbsp.
ranch seasoning (such as Dak’s Spices salt-free ranch) to the spice/oil mixture before adding the bread.
Bake until golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes.
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