Cheese and Artichoke Bread Bites
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Cheese and Artichoke Bread Bites. Creamy, cheesy, and crispy, they make for the perfect appetizer or snack. Serve them warm and watch as they disappear in minutes!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Oven
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden Spoon
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce baguette
- ½ cup salted butter
- 10 ounces artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream light or regular
- 2 cups shredded jack or cheddar cheese (or mixed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Slice the baguette in half lengthwise.
- Hollow out the two halves of the baguette by removing the inner bread, creating a vessel for your filling.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the bread cubes and chopped artichoke hearts to the skillet.
- Sauté them together for about 5 minutes.
- Next, stir in the sour cream and cheese.
- Carefully fill the hollowed-out baguette halves with the mixture.
- Place the filled baguette halves on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.
- Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them sit for a couple of minutes.
- Cut the filled baguette into slices.
Notes
- Storage: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the assembled bites before baking.
- Pairing: Serve these with marinara or a tangy ranch dressing.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare these up to a day in advance and store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Vegetable Add-ins: Feel free to incorporate bell peppers or spinach for variety.