Bagels Going Stale? Cut Them Up And Turn Them Into Tasty Croutons

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Bagels Going Stale? Cut Them Up And Turn Them Into Tasty Croutons By Persy House Sept. 8, 2025 6:09 pm EST

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Bagels can be a wonderful way to start your morning; they're warm, delicious, and can be topped with any number of tasty cream cheese brands . However, like all breads, bagels will go stale — and it isn't uncommon for this to happen before you're able to finish the bag. Luckily, you don't just have to settle for a stale breakfast or throw them out. Old bagels can easily be turned into homemade croutons for your next salad.

Once your bagels have gone stale, simply rip them up into cubes that are about an inch on each side. Since bagels are naturally thicker than other kinds of bread, they're perfect for forming the right cro