Cheese Bacon Cob Loaf Dip (Printable View)
A hearty cob loaf packed with smooth cheese, bacon, and onion for irresistible sharing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Bread Base
01 -
1 large round loaf of white bread (cob loaf), approximately 24 ounces
→ Dairy
02 -
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 -
8 ounces sour cream
04 -
1 1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend (mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan), reserve 1 handful
05 -
3 1/2 ounces brie cheese, cut into pieces (optional)
→ Meat
06 -
7 ounces bacon, chopped
→ Vegetables and Seasonings
07 -
1 medium onion, finely chopped
08 -
1 tablespoon French onion soup mix
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 230°F. Slice approximately 3/4 inch from the top of the cob loaf. Hollow out the interior, reserving the bread pieces. Place the loaf shell, lid, and torn bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 5–10 minutes until lightly toasted.
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In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, sauté chopped bacon and onion for 3–5 minutes until the bacon is browned and the onion is softened.
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Reduce heat to low. Add cream cheese and sour cream to the pan, stirring until fully melted and blended. Mix in the French onion soup mix, optional brie cheese pieces, and all but a handful of shredded pizza cheese. Stir constantly until smooth and heated through, about 2 minutes.
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Remove the bread from the oven. Increase oven temperature to 400°F. Set the lid and bread pieces aside. Pour the hot cheese mixture into the hollowed loaf, then sprinkle the reserved cheese on top. Return the filled loaf to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
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Transfer the loaf to a serving platter. Arrange toasted bread pieces and cut-up lid around the dip. Serve immediately and encourage guests to dip bread into the warm, cheesy center.
# Supplementary Details:
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For best texture, ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. The dip can be prepared ahead and assembled just before baking.