Easy Olive Cheese Bread Recipe (25-Minutes)
This Olive Cheese Bread recipe is a savory, cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining or indulging in a quick snack. Made with crusty bread, a creamy cheese mixture, and briny olives, it bakes up golden, gooey, and loaded with flavor in just 25 minutes.Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like garlic or jalapeños, it's sure to be a hit at any table.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese or a mix
- 1 cup green olives chopped
- ½ cup black olives chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Prepare the filling:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese, chopped green and black olives, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and parsley. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
Slice the bread:
- Cut the loaf in half lengthwise and place both halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Spread the mixture:
- Evenly distribute the olive cheese mixture over the two halves of the bread, spreading it all the way to the edges.
Bake:
- Place in the oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Broil for extra crispness (optional):
- Broil on high for 1–2 minutes if you want a crispy, slightly browned top. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Cool and serve:
- Remove from the oven, let sit for a couple of minutes, then slice into pieces and serve warm.