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Pull Apart Cheese Bread

This pull apart bread is absolutely irresistible. It's crispy, it's cheesy, it has Everything but the Bagel Seasoning. What's not to love? It's lights out delicious!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 267kcal
Author: Catherine McCord

Ingredients

  • 1 large sourdough boule or large loaf (about 1 pound)
  • 4-5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons "Everything but the Bagel" seasoning blend (or favorite herb mix)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Using a bread knife, make deep slices across the bread about 1 inch apart. Turn the bread and make similar slices across creating a checkerboard/grid pattern. Do not cut all the way through the bread.
  • Melt the butter in a microwave for 25 seconds or in a small pot over low heat. Take a pastry brush and cover all of the loaf (inside and out) with butter.
  • Sprinkle the cheese all over the loaf making sure it gets into the grooves of the bread. Sprinkle inside and out with the seasoning blend.
  • Wrap the loaf in foil and bake for 20 minutes. Open the loaf and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly and the outside of the loaf is golden.

Notes

  • Best Bread to Use: I recommend sourdough for its sturdy crust and tangy flavor, but French bread or ciabatta also would work beautifully. Avoid softer loaves like sandwich bread as they won't hold up well.
  • Make Ahead: If I'm taking this to a get together, I usually will prep it ahead of time at my house and then take it to wherever the party is and bake it on site. That way it's served fresh and hot with the most melty delicious cheese you've ever seen.
  • Storage and Reheating Tips:
    • Store Leftovers: Wrap any leftover bread tightly in foil or an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
    • Reheat Like a Pro: Warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes to restore its crispy exterior and melty cheese goodness. Avoid microwaving as it can make the bread soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 474mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 2mg