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Cheese Bacon Cob Loaf Dip

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This warm, cheesy loaf is stuffed with a creamy mix of sour cream, cream cheese, and gooey melted cheeses blended with crisp bacon and sautéed onions. Topped with more cheese and baked to perfection, it's a deliciously rich appetizer. Pair it with toasted bread chunks for easy dipping. You can tweak it by adding extras like spinach, spicy paprika, or shredded chicken to switch things up. Perfect for gatherings, it steals the show every time.

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Updated on Sun, 17 Aug 2025 01:04:29 GMT
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This warm cheese and bacon cob loaf disappears crazy fast at any get-together. People just crowd around, grabbing bits of crunchy bread to dunk in all that gooey, creamy filling. Everyone always wants more.

The very first time I put this out, my friends skipped every other snack just to demolish the cob loaf. Now they demand it at every catch-up and keep asking how to make it themselves.

Delicious Ingredients

  • Brie cheese (optional): makes everything richer you can also use a ripe camembert or just leave it out
  • French onion soup mix: this boosts that savory kick or swap for spring veggie soup mix if you want
  • Onion: finely chopped so it cooks evenly and brings out a sweet background flavor
  • Pizza cheese blend: you want a mix of mozzarella cheddar and parmesan for the best cheese pull keep a little aside to sprinkle on top
  • Bacon: smoky and salty streaky is best but double smoked gives an extra punch
  • Sour cream: keeps things smooth make sure you've got a fresh tub so it's nice and tangy
  • Cream cheese: adds loads of creamy texture go for full fat for the best melt
  • Cob loaf: grab a big round cob with a good crust you’ll use both the shell and the inside for dipping
  • Go for top-quality cream cheese and check the date on your sour cream so it all tastes awesome

Easy-Peasy Steps

Serve:
Put your finished cob loaf smack in the middle of a platter, pile bread bits around it, and dig in while it’s still toasty. Tear right into the sides for extra yum.
Fill and Bake:
Bump the oven up higher, move your toasted bread to a bowl, dump the hot cheesy mix into your hollow cob, top with the leftover cheese, and bake for another ten minutes so it gets bubbly and golden up top.
Add Flavors and Cheese:
Mix in the French onion soup powder, the brie if you’re using it, and most of your cheese mix. Stir until the cheese goes gooey and shiny—should only be a couple minutes.
Make the Dip Base:
Turn your burner down low and let the cream cheese and sour cream melt gently while stirring. Keep stirring so it goes nice and creamy, but don’t rush—no gritty dip wanted.
Cook the Bacon and Onion:
Chop up bacon and onion, toss in a hot pan, and cook until the bacon browns and the onion gets soft. This only takes three to five minutes.
Toast the Bread:
Preheat your oven on low, then pop all the bread bits, the cob shell, and the lid in to toast. Ten minutes is usually plenty for a light golden crunch.
Prepare the Cob Loaf:
Saw off the top in a neat round and pull out the inside bread in chunks—leave the crust whole. Spread the bread pieces out on a tray lined with paper.
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Keeping Leftovers Fresh

  • Any leftover loaf? Wrap it in foil and put it in the fridge where it'll last two days tops
  • Want it hot again? Pop it back in the oven just until the cheese bubbles and gets super hot
  • Try not to microwave it the bread will go mushy and lose the crunch

Easy Swaps

  • If you’re out of bacon, use bits of roast chicken or ham for a new flavor
  • Ricotta can stand in for cream cheese if you want it lighter, but it won’t be as creamy
  • To go meat-free, use pan-fried mushrooms or baby spinach instead of bacon

How to Serve

  • Crunchy veggie sticks like celery and carrot make awesome dippers
  • Pair with salty chips for extra snap
  • Scatter chopped chives or parsley up top for a pop of color and herby bite
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Fun Aussie Origins

In Australia, everyone knows cob loaf dip. It pops up at birthdays, Christmas parties, backyard BBQs, and those all-day sport marathons. Folks love it for making bakery cobs the star and because we’re all about food you can share with mates.

Recipe FAQs

→ What can I use instead of French onion soup mix?

Spring vegetable soup mix works great, or whip up your own blend with onion flakes, garlic powder, and a bit of veggie or beef stock powder.

→ Can I prep this dish ahead?

Sure thing! Get the filling ready and crisp the bread beforehand. Just stuff and bake when you're ready to serve.

→ Can I mix in other add-ons?

Totally. Add cooked chicken, spinach, crab, or even spices like paprika or curry powder to customize the flavors.

→ What else works for dipping?

Aside from the bread bits, veggie sticks, chips, or even crackers are all great options for dipping.

→ How do I keep the cheese from splitting?

Stick to low heat when melting the cheese mixture and stir often. Avoid letting it boil to keep it smooth and creamy.

Cheese Bacon Cob Loaf

A warm loaf packed with oozy cheese, savory bacon, and onion, served with crusty bread for easy dipping.

Prep Time
~
Cooking Time
20 min
Total Time
20 min
By: Seham

Category: Tasty Snacks

Skill Level: Medium

Cuisine Style: Australian

Output: 8 Servings

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

01 1 round cob loaf
02 250 g of cream cheese, softened
03 250 g of sour cream, chilled
04 200 g of chopped bacon pieces
05 1 1/2 cups of mixed shredded cheeses (cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan), keep some aside for topping
06 1 diced onion
07 1 tablespoon of powdered French onion mix
08 Optional: 100 g of brie, cubed

Steps

Step 01

Turn your oven to 110°C. Cut the top off the cob loaf (about 2 cm), pull out the soft inside, and tear it into bite-sized chunks. Lay the hollow loaf, its lid, and torn bread pieces on a tray lined with parchment and bake for 5-10 minutes until a bit crispy.

Step 02

Heat a medium-sized pan on medium-high heat. Toss in the bacon bits and chopped onion, and cook everything for 3-5 minutes until it’s golden and fragrant.

Step 03

Lower the heat to a gentle setting. Stir in the cream cheese and sour cream until they’re smooth and mixed. Add the French onion mix, optional brie, and the shredded cheese (don’t forget to save some for the top). Stir constantly for about 2 minutes, or until it’s all melted and creamy.

Step 04

Take the tray out of the oven and turn up the oven to 200°C. Put the smaller bread pieces and loaf lid in a bowl for later. Pour the cheese blend into the cob shell, sprinkle with the reserved cheese, and pop it back in the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.

Step 05

Serve warm with the toasted bread chunks on the side. Feel free to slice up the loaf’s lid for extra dipping options.

Notes and Tips

  1. Try mixing in rotisserie chicken, a hint of curry powder, or some corn for new flavors.
  2. Add a twist with crab meat or some finely chopped spinach for extra depth.
  3. Give it some heat with a dash of chili flakes, smoked paprika, or cayenne.
  4. No cob loaf? Serve it in a ramekin or similar oven-safe dish instead.
  5. Run out of bread? Pair with corn chips, extra veggies, or more bread slices to dip.
  6. Gently heat the cheese mix so it stays silky and doesn’t overcook.

Required Tools

  • An oven
  • Tray lined with baking paper
  • A medium-sized pan for cooking
  • Knife to cut the loaf

Allergy Information

Double-check all ingredients for allergen risks, and consult a healthcare provider if unsure.
  • Includes dairy (cream cheese, sour cream, pizza cheese, brie)
  • Contains gluten from the cob loaf

Nutritional Information (per serving)

This data is for informational purposes and should not replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 391
  • Fats: 35 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Proteins: 14 g