Description
acon Cheddar Ranch Pull-Apart Bread
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
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1 round sourdough or crusty artisan loaf
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
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2 tablespoons chopped green onions
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Optional: extra cheese or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
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Slice the bread in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about 1-inch apart without slicing through the bottom.
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Mix butter & seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk melted butter and ranch seasoning together.
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Season the loaf: Drizzle and brush the ranch butter deep into all the cuts.
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Stuff it: Fill the cuts generously with shredded cheese, bacon, and green onions.
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Bake covered: Wrap loaf loosely in foil and bake for 15 minutes.
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Bake uncovered: Open foil and bake another 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and top is golden.
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Rest & serve: Let cool 2–3 minutes. Garnish if desired and serve warm.