Jalapeño Popper Garlic Bread (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread Base
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1 loaf French bread
→ Toppings & Spread
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120 grams garlic butter, softened or melted
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115 grams cream cheese, softened
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120 grams sour cream
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120 grams pickled jalapeño peppers
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0.25 teaspoon sea salt
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0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper
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200 grams mozzarella cheese, grated
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60 grams cooked bacon crumbles (optional)
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
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Chop half of the pickled jalapeño slices and reserve the remainder for garnish.
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Slice the bread in half lengthwise. Position both halves cut side up on the prepared baking tray. Brush generously with softened garlic butter. Bake for 5 minutes.
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In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to blend cream cheese, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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If using bacon, fold cooked bacon crumbles into the cream cheese mixture or reserve a portion to sprinkle on top.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture over the toasted bread halves. Evenly sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese on top. Distribute reserved jalapeño slices and, if desired, sprinkle with extra bacon crumbles.
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Bake in the oven for 6 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and transfer to a cutting board. Allow to cool for several minutes before slicing and serving.
# Additional Tips:
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For milder heat, use fewer jalapeño slices or substitute with milder pickled peppers.