Healthy Sourdough Breadcrumb Recipe

A bowl of golden homemade sourdough breadcrumbs with Sarah Cobacho holding some crumbs above a white surface

Healthy Sourdough Breadcrumb Recipe

Easy homemade breadcrumbs using leftover bread for a crispy, flavorful pantry staple. Ready in minutes and perfect for saving money and reducing waste.

Author Sarah Cobacho (plantbaes.com)

PREP TIME5

COOK TIME15

Cooling Time15

TOTAL TIME20

Servings 1

Course Basics

Cuisine American

Keyword bread, Easy recipe, homemade breadcrumbs, leftover bread, pantry staple, sourdough, zero waste

Ingredients

breadcrumbs

3 slices bread
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300 F (150 C), fan on.
Chop the bread into small cubes. Add them to a food processor and blend until you reach your desired crumb size.
Spread the crumbs on a baking tray, then drizzle with olive oil or any flavoring you like.
Bake until golden and crispy, about 10 to 15 minutes depending on the bread. Let them cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Depending on the bread's moisture, you might not be able to get the crumbs as fine as you'd like before baking. You can process them again after baking, once they have cooled, for a finer texture.

You can use a blender instead of a processor; just work in small batches and use the tamper to push the bread onto the blades.

Olive oil works well, but you can add extra flavor by using infused oils such as chili, garlic, or truffle.

Nutritional Information - Per Serving