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Pull Apart Charcuterie Bread Recipe
Ash Tyrrell

Pull Apart Charcuterie Bread Recipe

I made this Pull-Apart Charcuterie Bread the other day for a small get-together, and oh my goodness, it was a hit! You know when everyone takes that first bite, and there's a collective “Mmm”? That was this bread.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Round bread loaf sourdough or Italian
  • Assorted cured meats like salami, prosciutto, or pepperoni
  • Assorted cheeses cheddar, mozzarella, brie
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Fresh parsley
  • Fresh rosemary
  • Fresh thyme
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Method
 

  1. Kick things off by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the bread on a cutting board. Using a sharp serrated knife, cut diagonal lines across the loaf, about 1 inch apart, without slicing all the way through. Then, turn the bread and make perpendicular cuts to create a checkerboard pattern.
  3. Carefully tuck slices of cured meats and cheeses into the cuts. Alternate between meats and cheeses so that each piece is loaded with flavor. Don’t worry if some edges stick out; those pieces will get beautifully crispy!
  4. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Stir in minced garlic, chopped parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well until it’s fragrant.
  5. Place the stuffed bread on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle the herb butter evenly over the top, letting it seep into the cuts. Wrap the bread tightly in foil to prevent it from drying out during baking.
  6. Transfer the wrapped bread onto a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes. If you want a golden, crispy top, unwrap the foil for the last 5 minutes.
  7. Carefully remove the bread from the oven, unwrap it, and transfer it to a serving platter. Serve immediately, letting your guests pull apart their portion of cheesy, meaty goodness!

Notes

  • Use a Fresh Loaf
     A round bread loaf like sourdough or Italian bread works best. Avoid overly crusty breads that might be too hard to cut or pull apart.
  • Room-Temperature Fillings
     If possible, bring the meats and cheeses to room temperature before using them. This helps them melt more evenly.
  • Butter Distribution
     Make sure to drizzle the butter inside the cuts as much as possible to keep the bread moist and flavorful.