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Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Bread

Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Bread
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Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Bread is a warm, gooey, and festive bread that features layers of melty cheese and buttery garlic herb butter inside a soft round loaf. Perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make appetizer delivers irresistible cheesy goodness with a golden, crispy crust and customizable flavors that bring holiday cheer to your table.

Ingredients

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Bread

  • 1 soft round loaf of pre-made bread (sourdough or Italian bread recommended)

Butter Mixture

  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Cheeses

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bread: Slice the loaf vertically and horizontally about 1 to 1.5 inches apart without cutting through the bottom crust to create cubes perfect for stuffing cheese and butter.
  2. Mix the Flavorful Butter: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper to create a rich and aromatic seasoning mixture.
  3. Stuff the Bread: Gently open the sliced sections of the loaf and brush the garlic herb butter inside every cut. Stuff generous amounts of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese between each cube to ensure melty cheese in every bite.
  4. Wrap and Bake: Wrap the entire stuffed loaf tightly in aluminum foil to lock in moisture. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted thoroughly.
  5. Unwrap and Brown: Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the cheese on top to brown lightly and the crust to crisp up nicely.

Notes

  • Choose a fresh but firm loaf of bread to hold up during stuffing and baking.
  • Don’t skip the garlic herb butter—it infuses the bread with irresistible flavor.
  • Work quickly to stuff and bake to avoid sogginess.
  • Use a sharp, clean knife to make even cuts for easy pulling apart.
  • Adjust baking time according to your oven and cheese melt preferences.

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