Bake in Oozy Bread

Get ready to wow your guests with "Bake in Oozy Bread," a show-stopping, pull-apart appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. This recipe transforms a rustic round sourdough loaf into a gooey, cheese-filled masterpiece by infusing it with a fragrant garlic butter blend and stuffing it with a trio of melty mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. Scored into a diamond pattern for easy snacking, the bread becomes irresistibly golden in the oven, with every crevice bursting with flavor. The optional touch of red pepper flakes adds a hint of heat, making this dish a true crowd-pleaser. Ready in under 40 minutes, "Bake in Oozy Bread" is a simple yet stunning party treat that’ll have everyone coming back for more. Serve it warm, and watch it disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole Round sourdough bread loaf
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Place the sourdough bread loaf on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, make diagonal cuts across the top of the bread, about 1 inch apart, without cutting all the way through the bottom of the loaf. Rotate the loaf and repeat, creating a diamond pattern.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add garlic (minced) and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Using a pastry brush or spoon, drizzle the garlic butter mixture into the crevices of the bread, ensuring it reaches deep into the cuts.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, mix the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses together. Gently stuff the cheese mixture into the crevices of the bread, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top for extra heat.

Step 7

Place the stuffed loaf on the prepared baking sheet and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the top is golden brown.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the bread to a platter, let it cool for 2-3 minutes, and serve warm. Guests can pull apart pieces directly from the loaf!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	870.4 grams (870.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2750

Total Fat 152.10g	195%
Saturated Fat 84.40g	422%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 406mg	135%
Sodium 5188mg	226%
Total Carbohydrate 215.20g	78%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 4.60g
Protein 124.60g	249%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2558mg	197%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 697mg	15%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 31.6%