If you love olives, cheese, and bread, this appetizer is made for you. This olive cheese bread is the ultimate “cheesy olive dip without the dip” — no extra dish, no fuss — just spread, bake, and enjoy. Perfect for entertaining, snacking, or date nights.
💚 Why You’ll Love It
- Minimal prep. Mix a few ingredients, spread them on bread, and bake — that’s it.
- No extra dish. We skip the bowl and put the dip directly onto bread — less cleanup, more fun.
- Cheesy + briny + flavorful. Think garlic bread meets olive salsa, loaded with cheese and green onion.
- Versatile. Serve it at parties, game nights, or just for a cozy snack.
🛒 Ingredients
- Sour cream
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
- Shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or your favorite melty cheese)
- Green onion, finely chopped
- Pitted black &/or green olives, sliced or chopped
- French bread, baguette, or crusty loaf
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Mix base ingredients.
In a bowl (or directly in a mixing container), combine sour cream, garlic powder, butter, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until mostly smooth. - Add cheese & onion.
Stir in shredded cheese and green onion until well combined. - Fold in olives.
Gently fold the sliced or chopped olives into the cheese mixture. - Prep the bread.
Slice your bread — first widthwise, then lengthwise so you have four flat halves. - Spread and bake.
Distribute the olive-cheese mixture evenly across each bread half. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges begin to brown. - Broil briefly.
For a golden crust, broil 1–2 minutes (watch closely so it doesn’t burn). Garnish with parsley, slice, and serve warm.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Grate fresh cheese. It melts better than pre-shredded cheese (which often contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting).
- Slice your olives. Whole olives often get squished in jars—drain and slice them yourself for better texture.
- Don’t stress uniformity. If you don’t want to slice olives perfectly, chopping them roughly still gives great flavor.
- Use full-fat dairy. This is a rich appetizer — full-fat sour cream and cheese yield the best texture and indulgence.
- Choose sturdy bread. A crusty French loaf, sourdough, or baguette stands up well to the creamy, rich topping.
- Olive preferences? If you hate one kind, use the other. Just preserve the total olive volume.
❓ FAQs
- Can I use low-fat sour cream or cheese?
I don’t recommend it — you’ll lose richness and texture. Indulge with full-fat versions for full flavor. - What bread works best?
I like crusty French, sourdough, or anything that holds the creamy topping well without getting soggy. - Don’t like green or black olives?
Use whichever you prefer (or both). Just keep the overall amount the same to maintain balance.