This epic Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf will get the party going. This warm dip can be ready in just 20 minutes. Just don’t expect any leftovers.

The bacon! The bacon! This cob loaf is creamy, cheesy goodness at its best. This cob loaf is a crowd-pleaser that has a cheese-fondue vibe.

The cob loaf recipe is simple and adaptable. You can follow the original recipe or make any variation that suits you. If you want to make more, double the batch. We guarantee that there will be no leftovers.

What is a Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf?

The famous Creamy Dip Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf comes in a round loaf of bread. The cheese and bacon mixture is usually served warm, and the inside of the round bread loaf is used to dip in.

You’ll see cob loaves on the table of Australian events such as potlucks, parties, or Christmas. They’re a hit no matter what the occasion! The flavors vary, but Spinach Cob Loaf remains a popular option.

What you’ll need

Cob Loaf- Choose a classic, round cob loaf or substitute it with other shapes and varieties. The loaf’s shape or size only matters if it can hold the filling. You can use mini round loaves to make individual cob loaf dips.

Cheeses This recipe is perfect for cheese lovers. We used grated cheeses (mozzarella parmesan and brie) along with the optional half-wheel of brie. Substitute with your favorite cheese.

Sour cream increases the creaminess and helps the dip go further. Substitute with regular cream or light sour cream.

Cream cheese Regular or light cream butter will work. You can substitute with French or Spring onion dip and leave out the soup mix flavoring.

Bacon- The best taste comes from locally produced middle bacon. Try smoked bacon or a sub with chorizo, fritz, or ham.

White Onions are delicious with bacon. Substitute with spring onion or red onion.

French Onion Soup mix This will boost the overall flavor of the dip. If you want to add a specific flavor, be creative and add one tablespoon of your favorite soup stock.

How to make a cheese and bacon cob:

Remove the soft bread from the inside of the loaf by cutting around 2 cm/ 1 inch away from the top. It can be broken into small pieces and placed on a baking tray covered with baking paper. Add the lid to the empty cob loaf and place the tray in the oven for 5-10 mins.

Place the bacon and onions in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Cook for about 3-5 minutes.

Add the sour cream and cream cheese to the mixture and reduce the heat.

Pour in the French Onion Soup Mix. Optional Brie Cheese. And the Pizza Cheese. (Reserve a few handfuls for the top). Mix until all the ingredients are heated (around 2 minutes).

Remove the bread pieces and the cob from the oven. Turn the oven to 200degC/400degF. Transfer the bread and lid to a serving bowl. Optional Cut the lid into small pieces to dip in.

Spread the bacon and cheese dip in the cob bread, and then top it with the last handful of pizza cheese. Put the cob back in the oven for 10 minutes to melt and warm the cheese.

Cob Loaf Flavour Variations:

Add roto-chicken, corn, and one tablespoon of curry powder.

Crab meat makes a beautiful addition to any dish, especially when you have leftovers from Christmas.

Spice up your plate with cayenne, chili flakes, and smoked paprika.

This cob bread can be made with spinach or our creamy cob loaf with spinach.

Serve the dip as a bacon and cheese ramekin in a heat-proof dish or ramekin so that you can melt the cheese inside the oven.

FAQs

Do I need an oven for baking a bacon and cheese cob loaf? No. The dip can be warmed on the stove and poured into the cob loaves to serve.

Can you prepare this ahead of time? You can store the base in the refrigerator until you are ready. Warm up the dip base on the stove before adding it to the cob loaf.

Is cob loaf Australian? We’re very proud of that! This is one of the most popular entertaining recipes at parties and other gatherings. The most popular flavors include creamy bacon and spinach.

20 Minute Bacon and Cheese Cob Loaf Dipping

This epic Cheese and Bacon Cob Loaf will get the party going. This warm dip can be ready in just 20 minutes. Just don’t expect any leftovers. Cook Mode How to prevent your screen from going black Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe Save Favorites Prep time:0 minutesCook time:20 MinutesTotal Time 20 minutes Course: Appetiser for ChristmasCulinary: Australian Servings 1 Cob loaf Author: Wandercooks Cost: $10

Instructions

Remove the soft bread from the inside of the loaf by cutting around 2 cm/ 1 inch away from the top. It can be broken into small pieces and placed on a baking tray covered with baking paper. Add the lid to the empty cob loaf and place the tray in the oven for 5-10 mins.

Place the onions and bacon in a medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes.

Add the cream cheese to the sour cream, and mix until well combined.

Pour in the French Onion Soup Mix. Optional Brie Cheese. And the Pizza Cheese. (Reserve a few handfuls for the top). Mix until all the ingredients are heated (around 2 minutes).

1 tbsp French onion soup mix,100 g brie cheese,1 1/2 cups pizza cheese.

Remove the bread pieces and the cob from the oven. Turn the oven to 200degC/400degF. Transfer the bread and lid to a serving bowl. Optional Cut the cover into small pieces to dip in.

Spread the bacon and cheese dip in the cob bread, and then top it with the last handful of pizza chees. Put the cob back in the oven for 10 minutes to melt and warm the cheese.