Cheesy Stuffed French Bread

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Cheesy Stuffed French Bread recipe—a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish that's packed with gooey, melty goodness. Hollowed-out French bread is filled to the brim with a luscious blend of cream cheese, Mozzarella, Cheddar, Parmesan, and a touch of sour cream, all brought to life by the bold flavors of garlic, green onions, and buttery richness. Baked to golden perfection with a crusty exterior and a creamy, cheesy center, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven. Perfect for game days, holiday gatherings, or casual family dinners, this dish is sure to become a new favorite. Serve warm and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a touch of elegance in every slice.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large French bread loaf
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 3 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise. Scoop out some of the bread from the center of each half to create a hollow space for the filling, ensuring you don’t cut through the crust. Set the scooped-out bread aside for another use.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded Mozzarella, shredded Cheddar, grated Parmesan, sour cream, green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.

Step 5

Stir the melted garlic butter into the cheese mixture, reserving a little for brushing onto the bread later.

Step 6

Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the hollowed-out halves of the French bread.

Step 7

Place the stuffed bread halves on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 8

Brush the reserved garlic butter on the outer crust of the bread for added flavor.

Step 9

Bake the stuffed bread in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool for 3-5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and cut into slices. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3976.6

Total Fat 238.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 654.0mg	0%
Sodium 7144.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 138.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2398.0mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 1138.7mg	0%

*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: 53.0%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 33.2%