Serves  4-6                      Difficulty  Easy

Perfect for chilly evenings or weekend grazing boards, this cheesy pull-apart is a real crowd-pleaser. It’s the kind of bake that disappears fast at any Kiwi get-together.

Ingredients

1 Bakers Delight Sourdough Vienna
100g butter, softened
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp thyme
1 cup grated cheese blend
1/2 cup caramelised onion jam

Method

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Line a baking tray with foil or baking paper

STEP 2

Using a sharp bread knife, cut the sourdough loaf in a criss-cross pattern—deep cuts, but not all the way through. Leave the base intact so it holds together.

STEP 3

In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, thyme and a pinch of salt until well combined.

STEP 4

Gently pull open the cuts and spread the garlic butter throughout. Dollop small amounts of caramelised onion jam into the crevices, followed by cheese blend, making sure each pocket is well stuffed.

STEP 5

Wrap the loaf loosely in foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 5–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the top is golden. Serve warm, tear-and-share style.