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Cozy Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Bread

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A quick and satisfying pull-apart bread loaded with smoky bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a flavorful ranch butter mixture. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or cozy snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large round loaf of sourdough bread (about 12 oz / 340 g; crusty on the outside, soft inside)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 1/2 cups (150 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream or cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease your oven-safe dish.
  2. Using a serrated knife, slice the sourdough loaf in a crosshatch pattern about 1-inch apart horizontally and vertically, making sure not to cut all the way through the bottom crust.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and optional sour cream or cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently spread the ranch butter mixture into every cut of the bread. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly throughout the cuts, then tuck chopped bacon pieces into the crevices.
  5. Wrap the loaf loosely in aluminum foil and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes.
  6. Unwrap the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes uncovered until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
  7. Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let cool for about 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Use a serrated knife and slice carefully to keep the loaf intact. Fry bacon until crispy before stuffing to avoid sogginess. Let bread cool for 5 minutes before serving to help cheese set. Can prepare ahead up to stuffing step and refrigerate before baking. Leftovers reheat well wrapped in foil at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.

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Keywords: pull apart bread, cheesy bread, bacon bread, ranch seasoning, party snack, game day food, easy bread recipe

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