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French Bread Cube

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat, Gluten
French Bread Cube

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine French, Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat, Water, Yeast, Salt

The Forktionary Angle

"Transforming humble leftover French bread into crispy, absorbent, and flavorful culinary building blocks."

Definition

Small, uniformly cut pieces of French bread, typically used for croutons, stuffing, or bread puddings.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Slightly Yeasty, Crusty
TextureCrisp (toasted), Soft (fresh), Chewy
AromaBaked bread, Yeasty
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Absorption Capacity

Their porous nature allows them to soak up liquids well, crucial for moist stuffings and puddings.

Preparation Tip

Best made from slightly stale bread for better absorption and crisping.

Primary Usage

Ideal for making homemade croutons, bread stuffings, and absorbent bases for bread puddings.

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g (approx. 1 cup)
Calories265 kcal
Total Fat1.5 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein9 g
Total Carbohydrate50 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars3 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron3 mg
Potassium100 mg

Chef’s Secret

For perfectly crispy croutons, toss cubes with olive oil and seasonings, then bake at a moderate temperature until golden brown and dry.

Substitutions

Best Match

Sourdough Bread Cubes

1:1

Offers a tangier flavor and similar sturdy texture, great for savory applications.

Brioche Cubes

1:1

Richer, buttery flavor and softer texture, ideal for sweet bread puddings or dressings.

Ciabatta Cubes

1:1

Open, airy texture with a crisp crust, good for absorbing liquids in stuffings.

Buying Guide

For fresh use, ensure cubes are moist. For dried, look for uniform size and minimal crumbs.

Flavor Pairings

Soups salads stuffings bread puddings French onion soup.