Best 3 Cheesy Pesto Bread Recipes

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Welcome to the world of cheesy pesto bread, a culinary delight that combines the richness of cheese with the vibrant flavors of pesto. In this article, we will take you on a journey to discover the best recipes for creating this delectable dish. Whether you prefer a classic version with mozzarella and basil pesto or a more adventurous variation with goat cheese and sun-dried tomato pesto, we have gathered a collection of recipes that will satisfy your taste buds and impress your guests. Join us as we explore the secrets of crafting the perfect cheesy pesto bread, from choosing the right ingredients to mastering the baking techniques.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PULL APART CHEESY PESTO BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Pull Apart Cheesy Pesto Bread Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: strong bread flour, salt, yeast, warm water, extra virgin olive oil, pesto, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups strong bread flour, plus more for dusting
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon yeast
⅔ cup warm water
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, plus a tiny bit for greasing
⅔ cup pesto
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, salt, and yeast together, then form a well in the centre. Add the water and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and stir until the mixture holds together.
  • Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 7-10 minutes.
  • Put the dough into a bowl greased with olive oil, cover with cling film, and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  • Knead the dough again for another minute or so, then form the mixture into 18 even-sized balls.
  • Coat each dough ball in a generous helping of pesto.
  • Place the dough balls into a large cake tin, cover and rise for another hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C.)
  • Cover the dough balls with the cheddar and mozzarella.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1106 calories, Carbohydrate 112 grams, Fat 58 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 1 gram

PULL-APART CHEESY PESTO BREAD



Pull-Apart Cheesy Pesto Bread image

Think of this four-ingredient side as super-deluxe garlic bread. It's a fun way for the whole family to dig into some nutty pesto swirled together with gooey mozzarella cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 Italian demi-loaves (or 1 large loaf)
1/4 cup Pesto
5 ounces thinly sliced low-moisture mozzarella
5 ounces thinly sliced Taleggio

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut into Italian demi-loaves (or 1 large loaf) at 1-inch intervals, taking care not to slice all the way through. Spread 1 teaspoon pesto between each slice. Stuff with thinly sliced low-moisture mozzarella and thinly sliced Taleggio. Wrap in parchment-lined foil and bake on a rimmed baking sheet until bread is crisp and cheese is melted, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately.

CHEESY PESTO BREAD



Cheesy Pesto Bread image

Cheesy Pesto Bread is from Karen Grant of Tulare, California. "I was out of French bread one day and remembered I had a packaged, prebaked bread crust on hand," she recalls. "I topped it with pesto and cheese for dinner. Now it's expected whenever I make pasta and salad. It's great heated up for lunch the next day, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place crust on a pizza pan or baking sheet. Spread with pesto; sprinkle with garlic salt and cheeses. Bake at 325° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 505mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, brush the bread with olive oil before baking.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the basil and garlic by hand.
  • You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe. Some good options include mozzarella, cheddar, or Parmesan.
  • If you want a more gooey cheese pull, use a softer cheese, such as mozzarella or fontina.
  • For a more flavorful pesto, use fresh basil and garlic.
  • If you don't have pesto, you can make your own by following a simple recipe online or using a store-bought pesto.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Pesto Bread is ridiculously delicious and easy to make! It's the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. The bread is soft and fluffy, the cheese is gooey and melted, and the pesto is flavorful and aromatic. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for something quick and easy to make, give this Cheesy Pesto Bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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