Mama’s Homemade Egg & Parmesan Croutons (Baked)
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup finely chopped Italian parsley
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or olive oil spray, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the ovenPreheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9 x13 baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease or spray it with olive oil.
- Make the batterIn a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the Parmesan cheese, flour, parsley, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a thick, uniform batter forms.
- Spread the mixturePour the batter onto the prepared 9 x13 baking sheet and spread it into an even layer, about ½ inch thick. Use a spatula to smooth the top.
- BakeBake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is firm, lightly golden, and set in the center.
- Cut into croutonsRemove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and cut into small cubes or “little bites,” depending on how your mama made them.
- Optional crispingFor extra crisp croutons, return the cut pieces to the baking sheet and bake for 5–7 more minutes.
- ServeEnjoy in soups, salads, or straight from the tray — classic, simple, and comforting.