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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 12/20/2017

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These Ruby Tuesday Croutons are the perfect copycat recipe – they taste just like the restaurant’s version and they couldn’t be easier to make at home! You’ll find these are the perfect topping for any salad!

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I’ll be honest, it’s been a long long time since I ate at Ruby Tuesday’s, but I’ll never forget the croutons on their salad bar. Satisfyingly crispy but still soft on the inside, salty and garlicky and….is it still a salad if it’s just two cups of croutons?

No? Well, shoot. The good thing about these croutons is that I’m pretty sure my version is healthier than the ones at the restaurant which taste like they’re literally taking a bath in butter.

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Now, granted, these have a fair amount of butter too because I wanted them to taste just like the deliciousness that Ruby Tuesday croutons provide. However, the great part about them is that you can control the butter yourself (use less if you want!). You can also control the sodium by using more or less salt.

I couldn’t stop popping these babies in my mouth. I made them a day or two before I photographed them (Michigan is stingy with the sunshine in the winter and I photograph in natural light), and I nearly had to make another batch because I couldn’t stop eating these.

simple steps for making Ruby Tuesday Croutons

  1. Cut up bread into small cubes.
  2. Combine bread, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Drizzle with butter!
  4. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F until crispy!
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Making croutons of any kind is a total game-changer, just read the comments on my homemade croutons and you’ll see!

PS: I have you covered if you want more information on how to make croutons.

Used in this recipe:

Enjoy!

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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 15 minutes mins

4 cups

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These Ruby Tuesday Croutons are the perfect copycat recipe – they taste just like the restaurant's version and they couldn't be easier to make at home! You'll find these are the perfect topping for any salad!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pumpernickel bread cubes (approximately 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread, garlic powder, and salt. Drizzle butter over bread while stirring. Stir well until bread is coated by all ingredients and butter is absorbed.

  • Spread the bread cubes into an even layer on a sheet pan. Don’t crowd the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, or until crisp. If you’re using super fresh bread, they’ll take a little longer to become golden brown. If the bread is stale and dry, it may get crispy faster, so keep an eye on it!

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature, use within 3-4 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/4 cup, Calories: 168kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 404mg, Fiber: 4g

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

© Author: Rachel Gurk

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  1. Cary says

    Ruby Tuesday Croutons Copycat - Pumpernickel Croutons Recipe - Rachel Cooks® (12)
    Excellent consistency, like Ruby Tuesdays & takes fantastic

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      So happy to hear it! Thanks for leaving a review!

      Reply

  2. Becky Speno says

    Ruby Tuesday Croutons Copycat - Pumpernickel Croutons Recipe - Rachel Cooks® (13)
    These were perfect! She made them to go with Black bean and sweet potato soup. So easy and delicious!

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      I’m so glad you liked them! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!

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FAQs

What are ruby Tuesday's croutons made of? ›

ingredients
  • 3 cups honey-wheat bread, cubed.
  • garlic salt.
  • 2 cups oil (for deep fying)

What are brown croutons made of? ›

Croutons are very easy to make with just two main ingredients and a few basic seasonings. You'll need bread, of course, as well as olive oil (or melted butter), salt, pepper and garlic powder. The oil or butter helps the bread develop crisp, golden edges, and the seasonings bring out the croutons' best.

Is croutons made from stale bread? ›

Day-old (or days-old) bread is fine – the goal is to get it nice and crispy, so leftover bread has a head start! Cut it into 3/4-inch cubes. Try to get them as even as you can so that they cook at the same rate in the oven. Next, make the garlic oil.

What kind of croutons does Olive Garden use? ›

Olive Garden croutons are made with Romano cheese, seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs & spices, and baked to a delicious golden brown.

What croutons do Olive Garden use? ›

Our croutons are made with Romano cheese, seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs and spices, and baked to a delicious golden brown. Try all of Olive Garden's® signature ingredients.

What are Olive Garden croutons made of? ›

Our croutons are made with Romano cheese, seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs & spices, and baked to a delicious golden brown.

Is pumpernickel bread healthy? ›

Hence, the dark crust of pumpernickel bread is a rich source of a variety of vitamins and antioxidant. In general, Pumpernickel bread is an enriched source of nutrients while having a coarse texture and slighter sweet taste profile making it a highly recommended addition to your diet.

Why are my croutons not crispy? ›

Crowding the pan.

Pile the bread cubes on top of each other and they won't have enough space to crisp up and brown. Instead, make sure they're in a even layer.

Are croutons healthier than bread? ›

A. Regarding nutritional value, croutons and bread are practically identical. Therefore, croutons, especially those made from whole-grain bread, might provide limited health benefits. Moreover, most croutons have more sodium than your store-bought bread.

Are croutons healthy for you? ›

Store-bought croutons and bacon bits are high in salt, and they don't offer much nutrition. Like the crunch? Try adding nuts, seeds, or crisp veggies -- such as jicama and carrots -- instead. Cheese has calcium, but it also packs roughly 100 calories per ounce.

What is healthier than croutons? ›

How to make it healthier? Using croutons made from whole grain bread might help, but it's even better if you can replace them with another crunchy ingredient, such as toasted chickpeas or seeds.

What do croutons contain? ›

The preparation of croutons is relatively simple. Typically the cubes of bread are lightly coated in oil or butter (which may be seasoned or flavored for variety) and then baked. Croutons can also be cut into sticks. Some commercial preparations use machinery to sprinkle various seasonings on them.

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