Indulge in the cheesy, garlicky goodness of the Cheese Garlic Pull-Apart Loaf, a delightful appetizer or side dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This savory bread is made with a soft and fluffy white loaf, hollowed out and filled with a luscious mixture of melted cheese, fragrant garlic, and a hint of herbs. The loaf is then baked to golden perfection, creating a crispy crust that yields to a warm and gooey interior. Each pull-apart piece is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
This article offers not just one, but three variations of this irresistible dish. The classic Cheese Garlic Pull-Apart Loaf is a crowd-pleaser with its simple yet satisfying combination of flavors. For those who prefer a spicy kick, the Jalapeño Popper Pull-Apart Loaf adds a fiery twist with chopped jalapeños and cream cheese. And for a vegetarian option, the Spinach Artichoke Pull-Apart Loaf combines the richness of spinach and artichoke with a creamy cheese sauce.
These recipes are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a potluck, or a game day party. They are easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. Detailed instructions and step-by-step photos guide you through the process, ensuring success even for beginner bakers.
So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more of this cheesy, garlicky goodness.
CHEESE & GARLIC PULL-APART LOAF
Make this tasty cheese and garlic loaf to use up leftover cheddar and parmesan. It makes a great savoury snack, or an easy lunch with cold meats
Provided by Lulu Grimes
Categories Afternoon tea, Lunch, Side dish, Snack
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter a 900g loaf tin and line with baking parchment that comes well above the longer sides. Make up the bread following the pack instructions. Leave the dough to rest under a cloth for 10 mins. Shape into a log on a lightly floured surface and divide it into six pieces. Mix the cheese, garlic, parsley and butter together.
- Roll each piece of dough out into a rectangle, or as near to a rectangle as you can, the width should be just shorter than the width of the tin and the length about twice the depth of the tin, and lay the rectangles out side by side. Divide the cheese mixture between them (reserving 1 tbsp) and spread it out as much as possible. Fold each rectangle in half and then put them into the tin one after the other, starting at one end. You may need to squeeze them a bit to fit them all in. Don't worry about the dough sticking out of the top of the tin. Cover the dough and leave to rise for about 30 mins or until risen. Crumble the remaining cheese mix over the top.
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Bake for 40-45 mins or until golden and puffed (don't under-cook it or it may be squidgy in the middle). Leave the loaf in the tin for 10 mins, then lift it out with the parchment. Serve it whole, ready to be pulled into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium
CHEESY PULL-APART GARLIC BREAD
Studded with melty cheese and herbs, this garlic bread couldn't be easier! I like to buy a crusty round loaf of bread right from the bakery section of my grocery store. Be careful not to cut all the way through the loaf-you don't want the cheese to ooze out the bottom and stick to the pan.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Score the bread with 2-inch-deep cuts with a serrated knife into a 1-inch diamond pattern without slicing all the way through. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the parsley, onion powder, salt and garlic. Brush the butter mixture all over the bread and into the cut diamonds using a pastry brush. Insert the cheese cubes in the crevices of the bread.
- Cover the bread with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 8 to 10 more minutes. Sprinkle with more fresh parsley. Serve hot!
PULL-APART GARLIC BREAD
People go wild over this golden, garlicky loaf whenever I serve it. There's intense flavor in every bite. -Carol Shields, Summerville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the butter, parsley, garlic powder and garlic salt. Cut dough into 1-in. pieces; dip into butter mixture. Layer in a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use a good quality mozzarella cheese that melts well. Fresh mozzarella or low-moisture mozzarella are both good choices.
- If you don't have refrigerated pizza dough, you can make your own using a simple recipe. There are many recipes available online or in cookbooks.
- Be sure to let the dough rise according to the recipe instructions. This will help it to become light and fluffy.
- When you are shaping the dough, be sure to pinch the seams together tightly. This will help to prevent the cheese from leaking out.
- Bake the loaf until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve the loaf warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Cheese garlic pull-apart loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties or potlucks, and it is always a hit with kids and adults alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a cheesy, garlicky bread that is sure to satisfy your cravings. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give cheese garlic pull-apart loaf a try. You won't be disappointed!
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