Cheesy Chili and Thyme Croutons

Cheesy Chili and Thyme CroutonsCroutons can be relished either as a tea time snack or can be included in soups and salads. They're quite easy-to-make and can be easily stored in an airtight container for a few days. The following croutons recipe is dead simple and tastes great in every form. Feel free to use your preferred bread but make sure you're keeping the flavoring agents—intact. If you're storing them, do microwave a bit before using in your favorite soups. If you're using them as a snack, do not hesitate in adding more cheese to the croutons. I love to crush these croutons before adding to the soup bowl. Let's not wait further and learn to make these crunchy and delicious croutons in a few easy steps. Let's bake them, right now.

Cheesy Chili and Thyme Croutons
Cheesy Chili and Thyme Croutons

Cheesy Chili and Thyme Croutons

Do make these crunchy, light, and flavorful croutons baked to perfection with chili strands, dried thyme, and cheese which gives them a unique flavor.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 15 to 20 big croutons
Nutrition: (per serving)
Calories: 282 calories
Fat: 4 grams
Carbohydrates: 51 grams
Sodium: 230 milligrams
Protein: 10 grams
Sugar: 0.5 grams

  • a day old French white bread loaf (sliced)
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 tsp dried red chili strands
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 5 to 6 garlic cloves (finely minced)
  • sea salt to taste
  • 1 tsp olive oil


  1. You can use baguette or sourdough bread too for your croutons.
  2. Similarly, instead of chili strands, regular chili flakes can also be used.
  3. Preheat oven to 150 °C.
  4. Grease a baking tray with olive oil and keep aside
  5. Lightly rub minced garlic on each crouton and season with sea salt.
  6. Add half a teaspoon of grated Parmesan on each crouton.
  7. Sprinkle thyme and chili strands on top of it.
  8. Transfer all the croutons to the tray.
  9. Bake for about 15 minutes.
  10. Use as per your requirements.