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Cheesy Spinach Cob Loaf (Dip in a Bread Bowl)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450
A delicious and cheesy spinach dip served in a hollowed-out bread loaf, perfect for sharing at gatherings.

Ingredients

Bread

  • 1 large round loaf of bread (Hollowed out for serving)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons chilli flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 350 g spinach leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup sour cream (optional)
  • ½ cup mozzarella, grated
  • ½ cup cheddar, grated
  • 1 lemon zested (optional)
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sweet chilli jam

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Slice off the top of the loaf and carve out a cavity, then cut the removed bread into chunks. Place the loaf and scraps on a lined tray and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Heat olive oil, add garlic, salt, and chilli flakes; cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted and water evaporates, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix in cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sour cream, and three-quarters of the cheese. Add lemon zest and pepper, then adjust salt as needed.
  • Pour the spinach mixture into the bread cavity, top with remaining cheese and chilli flakes, then bake for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Serve hot, drizzled with sweet chili jam, with bread scraps and sides for dipping.

Notes

Ensure spinach is well drained to prevent watery dip.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Australian
Keyword: Bread, Cheese, spinach