Cheesy Loaf Dip with Smoky BBQ Flavors

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An easy-to-make warm loaf dip packed with melted cheese and smoky BBQ seasoning, perfect for parties or casual Aussie gatherings. This Australian-inspired snack recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, blends white sandwich loaf, cream cheese, softened, cheddar cheese, grated into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Cut the top off 1 small white sandwich loaf (about 250 g) and hollow out the inside, leaving a 1.5 cm thick shell.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine 200 g softened cream cheese, 1 cup (100 g) grated cheddar cheese, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp BBQ sauce, and 2 finely chopped spring onions. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
  3. Step 3: Spoon the cheese mixture into the hollowed loaf evenly, pressing gently to fill.
  4. Step 4: Place the filled loaf on a baking tray, drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden on top.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm with crusty bread pieces or vegetable sticks for dipping.

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