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How To Make Breadcrumbs At Home

Harriet
Learn how to make breadcrumbs at home using leftover bread. Use it for mixing into meatballs, as a coating on cutlets, and as a casserole topping.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Cuisine Western
Servings 3 cups or 185 grams (6.5 ounces)
Calories 252 kcal

Equipment

  • Serrated knife and cutting board (optional)
  • Baking trays (1-2)
  • Food processor
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 280 grams (10 ounces bread) sliced or loaf bread

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F)
  • Cut or tear the bread into small pieces and place it into a food processor.
  • Process on high speed for about 30 seconds or until the bread resembles fine crumbs.
  • Transfer the crumbs to the baking trays spreading out into an even thin layer.
  • Place into the oven and bake for 5 -10 minutes - use a fork to stir the breadcrumbs, bake for 10 - 20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs feel dry and are still light in color. Stir the crumbs one or two times more as they are drying.
  • Remove from the oven, leave the breadcrumbs on the trays to cool.
  • Transfer the breadcrumbs to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

  • Recipe makes 3 ¼ level cups of breadcrumbs.
  • You can use either fresh or stale bread but don't use bread that has gone mouldy.
  • Don't overbake the breadcrumbs to the point where it turns a dark golden brown. They should be dry and just lightly golden in color. If you do overcook the crumbs and use them for a coating for frying or baking, the crumbs will turn even darker and can look and taste burnt.
  • Occasionally stir the crumbs with a fork to move them around on the trays during baking for even drying.
  • The baking time is just a guide because oven temperatures do vary.
  • You can tell when the breadcrumbs are ready by feeling them. Pick up some crumbs and rub them between your fingers. They should feel dry and crumbly if not bake them for a little longer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 484mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 3mg
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