Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pull Apart Bread
Get ready to wow your guests with this irresistible Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pull Apart Bread, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's bursting with bold flavors and gooey, cheesy goodness! This easy-to-make recipe starts with a rustic round loaf of sourdough bread, scored into a grid to create the perfect pockets for a savory mix of melted butter and ranch seasoning. Each crevice is then stuffed generously with sharp cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and topped with fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor. Baked to golden perfection, the result is a pull-apart bread that's delightfully crispy on the outside and melty on the inside. Ideal for game days, parties, or casual gatherings, this shareable treat pairs perfectly with your favorite dipping sauces. With just 15 minutes of prep, you’ll have an unforgettable snack that will leave everyone coming back for more! Keywords: bacon cheddar ranch pull apart bread, easy party appetizer, cheesy pull apart bread, game day snacks, sourdough bread recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece round loaf of sourdough bread
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the sourdough bread on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the bread into a grid pattern, making cuts about 1 inch apart. Be careful not to slice all the way through the loaf; leave the bottom intact to hold it together.
In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave or on the stove. Stir in the dry ranch seasoning mix until fully combined.
Using a spoon or pastry brush, drizzle the butter and ranch mixture evenly into the cracks of the bread, ensuring it covers the inside crevices.
Stuff shredded cheddar cheese into the cracks of the bread, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout. Use all 2 cups of the cheese.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top of the loaf and gently press some into the cracks as well.
Optionally, sprinkle sliced green onions over the top for added flavor and color.
Lightly drizzle the loaf with olive oil to help it crisp up during baking.
Wrap the entire loaf loosely in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then, carefully unwrap the foil to expose the bread and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and serve warm. Guests can pull apart pieces of bread to enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 270.6 g | 347% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.5 g | 642% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 10130 mg | 440% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 190.8 g | 382% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1789 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2104 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
