Sweet croutons

Cookinero 30 Apr 2025

Sweet crispy white bread croutons with egg and milk are a quick and inexpensive dessert for tea. They can be used for breakfast or as a snack during the day.

How to cook Sweet croutons

Step 1

Sweet croutons

Break two chicken eggs into a bowl.

Step 2

Sweet croutons

Add milk and sugar. Stir.

Step 3

Sweet croutons

Dip the baguette slices into the egg-milk mixture until coated.

Step 4

Sweet croutons

Melt the butter in a frying pan and place the baguette slices on it.

Step 5

Sweet croutons

Fry the croutons over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 6

Sweet croutons

Sprinkle the finished croutons with walnuts. Enjoy!

Sweet croutons - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! You can use brioche, challah, or any thick-sliced bread you prefer. Just ensure it’s sturdy enough to hold the egg-milk mixture without falling apart.
Substitute milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk, and replace butter with a plant-based alternative like coconut oil or vegan butter.
For an egg-free version, try a flaxseed or chia seed 'egg' (1 tbsp ground seeds + 3 tbsp water per egg). Note that the texture may be slightly different.
Store cooled croutons in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Yes! Freeze them in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.
Try cinnamon sugar, fresh berries, honey, Nutella, or a drizzle of maple syrup alongside walnuts for extra flavor.
After frying, place them on a wire rack in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-10 minutes to crisp up further.
Absolutely! Arrange dipped slices in a single layer, spray lightly with oil, and air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 4-6 mins per side until golden.

Reviews: 0

0 Overall rating
5
0
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0

Have you already prepared this recipe? Tell what you think.

Write a review

Will be displayed on the comment.
Your review must be at least 50 characters.

Trending

Dumplings baked with sour cream

Pelmeni are a familiar, filling and tasty dish. But you can cook them in a very original way: bake them in the oven with sour cream sauce. This option for cooking the dish will not take much time, but will please you with the result. Juicy meat in te

Baked pears with cottage cheese

There are those who love pears in their simplest and most natural form - "from the tree" or bought from a trusted market merchant, and there are adherents of pears baked, grilled or stewed in sugar syrup. This recipe is for the latter, alth

Ginger tincture

Ginger is a well-known and beloved spice. In the kitchen, only the root of the plant is used, which is rightfully considered one of the most useful natural products. Ginger tincture, when consumed in moderation, helps improve memory, restores skin co

Honey mushroom soup

Frozen honey mushrooms allow you to enjoy the taste and aroma of mushroom soup even in winter. There are many recipes with honey mushrooms and other frozen or dried mushrooms in traditional Russian cuisine. But soup with honey mushrooms, frozen whole

Khinkal in Dagestan style

Khinkal is a traditional Caucasian dish. It is often confused with such a famous Georgian dish as khinkali. And, although the set of products in both dishes is quite similar, they are nevertheless different. Traditionally, khinkal is prepared on the

Apricot and gooseberry jam

The combination of sunny apricot and amber gooseberry is already picturesque in itself. Since it is difficult to catch the moment of optimal ripeness of gooseberries, they are often picked while still green and sour. In this case, this is what we nee

Beef shurpa

Shulum, chorpa, shorpo, sorpa... In different countries, shurpa is called by different names, but it looks about the same everywhere: a rich soup with meat and vegetables. Various herbs and spices can be added to it, or it can be made on the basis of

Categories Menu Recipes
Top