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Warm Feta Cheese Bread Ring Dip - Soft and buttery pull apart rolls baked around a warm feta cheese dip!

Bread Ring Cheese Dip

Katerina | Diethood
Soft and buttery pull apart rolls baked around a warm feta cheese dip!
Servings : 6 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

For The Bread Rolls
  • 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough, (about 1 to 1.5 pounds)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
For The Feta Cheese Dip
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
  • 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mild cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
  • Cut the pizza dough into about 12 pieces and shape them into golf ball-sized rolls.
  • Arrange the rolls around the perimeter of a 10-inch cast iron skillet and set aside.
  • Melt the butter. To the melted butter, add Italian seasoning, dried parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined. Brush the rolls with the butter mixture.
  • Set a small inverted bowl into the center to keep the dough from spreading; cover and set aside for 15 minutes.
  • In the meantime, combine half of the minced garlic, tomatoes, oregano, basil, and olive oil in a small mixing bowl; stir and mix until incorporated.
  • Uncover the bread rolls, and remove the bowl from the cast iron skillet.
  • Place half of the feta cheese in the middle of the skillet; sprinkle the remaining garlic over the cheese.
  • Spoon the prepared tomatoes over the feta cheese.
  • Add the remaining feta over the tomatoes; sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rolls are cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and serve warm.

Notes

  • Dough: If it's store-bought, let it sit at room temperature for a bit before trying to shape it. This makes it easier to handle.
  • Cheese: Feta is a star ingredient here, but feel free to use your favorite soft cheeses.
  • Baking: Keep an eye on the bread ring during the baking process. If you see that the bread is browning too quickly, but the cheese is not yet melted, you can cover the top with aluminum foil to prevent it from burning.
  • Serving: Serve the bread ring right out of the oven for the best gooey, cheesy experience.
  • Variations: Feel free to play around with additional fillings - diced bell peppers, olives, or even some crispy bacon could take this to another level.

Nutrition

Calories: 409 kcal | Carbohydrates: 41 g | Protein: 15 g | Fat: 21 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g | Trans Fat: 0.3 g | Cholesterol: 61 mg | Sodium: 1144 mg | Potassium: 180 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 6 g | Vitamin A: 580 IU | Vitamin C: 7 mg | Calcium: 318 mg | Iron: 3 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Macedonian
Keyword: appetizer ideas, appetizers for a party, feta dip