Homemade Bread Crumbs
Homemade bread crumbs are a versatile ingredient used for breading, topping casseroles, or adding texture to your dishes. This simple recipe uses toasted bread, which can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Food processor (or rolling pin if crushing by hand)
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (preferably stale)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried herbs (optional, like thyme or oregano)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Tear the slices of bread into small pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
Drizzle the bread pieces with olive oil (if using) and sprinkle salt, garlic powder, and dried herbs over them.
Toast the bread pieces in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Stir halfway through to ensure even browning.
Once toasted, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool.
Once cool, pulse the toasted bread pieces in a food processor until fine crumbs form. You can also crush them by hand for a coarser texture.
Store your homemade bread crumbs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- You can use any type of bread for this recipe, such as white, whole wheat, or sourdough. For gluten-free bread crumbs, use gluten-free bread.
- Bread crumbs can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
- For a more flavorful crumb, add a pinch of your favorite spices like paprika or Italian seasoning.
- This recipe works well for fresh bread too, but stale bread will yield the best texture.