Description

This Spinach and Caramelised Onion Cob Loaf is a creamy, cheesy, and utterly comforting dip baked inside a golden sourdough loaf. The sweet caramelised onions and earthy spinach create the perfect balance of flavors, making it an irresistible party favorite that’s always a hit.

Ingredients

1 tbsp Olive oil

2 large Brown onions, halved and thinly sliced

2 tbsp Brown sugar

1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar

1 Garlic clove, crushed

2 bunches English spinach, trimmed and roughly chopped

1 large 20 cm Sourdough cob loaf

250 g Cream cheese, softened

300 g Sour cream

½ cup Grated cheddar cheese

2 tbsp Fresh basil leaves, chopped

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Instructions

Caramelise onions: Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook for 10 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in brown sugar and balsamic vinegar and cook another 3–5 minutes until golden and caramelised.
Add spinach: Stir in garlic and chopped spinach; cook for 3–5 minutes until spinach wilts. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare cob loaf: Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Cut a 3 cm slice off the top of the cob and hollow out the center, reserving bread pieces for dipping.
Make filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add cooled spinach mixture, cheddar cheese, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble and bake: Spoon filling into the cob loaf, replace the top, and place on a baking tray with the bread cubes. Bake 15–20 minutes until hot and bread is crisp. Serve warm with toasted bread cubes or veggies for dipping.

Notes

Add grated mozzarella or parmesan for a cheesier version.

For spice, stir in chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce.

Use parsley or thyme instead of basil for a flavor twist.

Make mini cob loaves for individual servings.

Ensure spinach is well-drained to avoid a watery filling.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Australian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 340
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 410 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg