Pie Maker Mozzarella & Garlic Cheesy Bread Pockets

Posted on by Renards Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Cheesy Bread Pockets! This recipe transforms simple ingredients into gooey, savory delights that are perfect for any occasion. Imagine biting into a golden, crispy exterior to reveal a molten core of stretchy mozzarella, infused with aromatic garlic and fresh basil. These bite-sized wonders are not only delicious but also fun to make, thanks to the convenience of your pie maker. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or simply craving a cheesy treat, these bread bombs are sure to impress. Get ready to elevate your snack game with this easy-to-follow recipe that combines the beloved flavors of cheesy garlic bread in an exciting new form!

Pie Maker Mozzarella and Garlic Cheesy Bread Pockets

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with these heavenly Cheesy Bread Pockets featuring the exquisite Renard’s Artisan Cheese! This recipe elevates a classic comfort food into a gourmet experience that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture golden, crispy spheres of dough, each concealing a molten core of Renard’s premium mozzarella, perfectly complemented by fragrant garlic and fresh basil.

Renard’s Artisan Cheese, known for its superior quality and rich flavor, takes center stage in this dish, transforming simple ingredients into an extraordinary treat. As you bite into these delectable bombs, you’ll experience the perfect balance of textures – from the crisp exterior to the pillowy soft interior, all leading to that moment when the stretchy, melted Renard’s mozzarella oozes out.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter, chilled, finely chopped, plus 1/2 cup extra
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil, plus extra leaves, to serve
  • 2/3 cup (5 ounce) mozzarella, cut into 8 pieces

Directions

Making the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Add the chopped butter and use your fingertips to rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add milk to the flour mixture, stirring with a butter knife until the dough comes together. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.

Garlic Butter Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, place the garlic and extra butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute or until melted. Stir in the chopped basil.

Shape the Bread Pockets: Shape a piece of dough into an approximate 3in disc. Take a piece of Renard’s Mozzarella, dip it in the garlic-butter mixture, and place it in the center of the dough disc. Bring the edges up to enclose the cheese and press to seal. Roll into a ball (some butter may ooze out, coating the bread ball). Repeat with the remaining dough and Renard’s Mozzarella.

Baking this Perfect Snack: Place four bread pockets, seam side down, in the pie maker. Cook for 6 minutes. Brush with some of the remaining garlic-butter mixture and turn over. Cook for another 6 minutes until golden brown. Transfer the cooked bread bombs to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining bread pockets.

Extra Cheese: Sprinkle the top of the Cheesy Garlic Pockets with Renard’s Artisan Grated Parmesan.

Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Cheesy Bread Pockets, scattered with extra basil leaves. The Renard’s Mozzarella inside should be perfectly melted and stretchy.