Homemade Herb Croutons are the quintessential "cherry on top" of any soup or salad. Toss fresh sourdough (or any bread of choice) with olive oil, fresh herbs, and a few simple seasonings, and bake for around 15 minutes to get perfectly golden and crisp croutons.
Position a rack in the center of the oven, then heat the oven to 375°F.
Combine bread, olive oil, fresh parsley/basil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss until the bread cubes are evenly coated with the oil, herbs, and spices.
Arrange the cubes into an even layer on a baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and cook 12-15 minutes, tossing every 4-5 minutes, until the bread is dry, golden brown in color, and very crisp. (Fresh bread will take closer to 15 minutes; day old bread will require a shorter baking time).
Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before enjoying.
Notes
Storage InstructionsCool the croutons completely to room temperature. Line a container with a paper towel, or place a paper towel into a ziplock bag. Place the croutons in the bag/container and place another paper towel on top to absorb moisture. Ideally, enjoy them fresh within 1-2 days.