Cheesy Hasselback Bread is a delicious twist on a classic French loaf, filled with a rich garlic butter mixture and three types of cheese, then baked until golden and melty.
Ingredients for Cheesy Hasselback Bread
- Bread: Use a long loaf of French bread or any artisan bread like ciabatta.
- Cheese: This recipe calls for mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses. Pre-sliced mozzarella works well, and you can cut slices to about 1/4 inch thick if needed.
What is Hasselback?
Hasselback is a term originally used for potatoes, named after the Swedish restaurant Hasselbacken where they were first served in 1953. This technique involves making deep cuts into the food without slicing all the way through, creating pockets for flavorful fillings.
How to Make Cheesy Hasselback Bread
Prepare the Bread:
Start by slicing your loaf of bread into 1-inch (2.5 centimeters) sections, being careful not to cut all the way through. The number of slices depends on the length of your loaf.
Mix the Garlic Butter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup melted butter, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley.
Fill the Bread:
Use a spoon to drizzle the garlic butter mixture into each slice of the bread. Then, stuff each groove with mozzarella slices, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated parmesan cheese.
Bake the Bread:
Place a large piece of aluminum foil in an 11×17-inch (28×43 centimeters) baking dish or on a large baking sheet. Place the stuffed loaf on the foil and loosely wrap it around the bread. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
Finish Baking:
After 20 minutes, carefully open the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. Serve warm.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread, approximately 24 inches (60 centimeters)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup (½ stick) butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced
- 8 ounces (227 grams) fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 cup (113 grams) white cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup (25 grams) parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Loosely place a large piece of aluminum foil into an 11×17-inch (28×43 centimeters) baking dish or use a large baking sheet.
- Slice the top of the bread loaf into 1-inch (2.5 centimeters) sections, not slicing all the way through. The number of slices will depend on the length of your loaf.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and parsley.
- Using a spoon, drizzle the mixture into the grooves of the bread.
- Stuff the mozzarella slices, cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese into the grooves of the bread.
- Place the loaf on the aluminum foil and loosely wrap the foil around the bread, sealing the loaf inside.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, carefully open up the foil and bake the bread for another 5-10 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted. Serve warm.
Enjoy your delicious Cheesy Hasselback Bread as a savory appetizer or a delightful side dish!
