Sharp Cheese Bread Bites Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 45 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
363 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
North American
Sharp Cheese Bread Bites Recipe
Description
The Sharp Cheese Bread Bites Recipe uses unsliced white bread from which most crust is removed before cutting into thick cubes. Freezing the bread helps it hold its shape during slicing and while spreading the cheese and butter mixture, which is creamed together for smooth application. Baking the coated bites at 350 degrees allows the butter and cheese to melt and brown around each cube, adding a subtle crispness to the edges. This produces bite-sized pieces with a tender inside and a rich cheesy coating.
This snack can be served as an appetizer or alongside a meal for a comforting and rich bite. The method ensures that the cheese flavor covers every side, giving a consistent sharp taste in each bite.
Freezing the bread beforehand makes it easier to cut without squishing. The recipe suggests freezing the coated bread bites for at least an hour before baking, which helps the coating adhere better and results in a more uniform bake.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf white bread unsliced
- 1 cup butter at room temperature, salted
- 230 gram sharp cheddar cheese at room temperature, Imperial brand
Instructions
- Carefully cut most of the crust off of the bread. Gently slice bread into thick (two-bite sized) squares. Put the bread pieces onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and freeze them for 1 hour.
- Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sharp cheese.
- Remove bread from the freezer and spread the butter and cheese mixture on all sides of the bread cubes. Return the bread to the freezer for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Arrange the bread bites in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are starting to turn brown.
Notes
- Freeze the bread partially if it is difficult to slice without squashing.
- Make sure to freeze the coated bread bites for at least one hour before baking to help the coating stick and bake evenly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 363 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = about 6 pieces | |
| Calories | 363kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 532mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 665IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 290mg | 29% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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