Are you someone who loves to savor dishes with a fusion of exciting textures and flavors? Here comes a mouth-watering creation that will captivate your senses — Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip!
This appetizer is an all-in-one marvel! It is addictive and simply irresistible, with the freshly baked soft bread pairing deliciously with bubbly-hot, creamy, cheesy corn dip!
About Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip!
When it comes to entertaining guests, no party is complete without a warm dip that is rich, cheesy, and loaded with flavor. Trust me, it’s everyone’s favorite food and is loved by all!
And this Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip perfectly fits the bill.
The hot cheesy Corn Dip perfectly complements the fluffy wreath bread and takes the snacking game to the next level!
Every bite is a compelling experience that comes from the sweet corn, mingling seamlessly with the pillowy-soft rolls that wrap around the corn, creating a spicy and cheesy marvel.
The smooth silkiness of cheese and the pop that comes from the corn is an absolute joy to indulge in. Mayonnaise adds to the irresistible lusciousness.
Red bell peppers, tomatoes, and red onions add to the flavors and the crunch that delights the palate and the heart!
Reasons You’ll ♡ Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip
This cheesy Corn Dip with pull-apart holiday wreath bread strikes a harmonious balance between savory and subtly fiery flavors. It is loved by one and all because it —
- Comes together quickly
- Made with simple ingredients
- Easily tailored to your liking
- Very versatile and can be prepared in advance (and baked just before serving)
- Festive, and
- A perfect recipe for parties, game nights, or simply when you crave a delightful appetizer.
This Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip is a perfect crowd-pleaser.
Besides the pull-apart wreath bread, this recipe can be served with bagel chips, tortilla chips, bread sticks, pita bread, savory crackers, or fresh veggies, and it is bound to be the star of any gathering and will add a dimension of excitement to every bite.
Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip Ingredient List
For The corn dip —
Corn Kernels — Fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels make the star ingredient for this recipe. Roasted corn kernels will add a deeper and more earthy flavor, though boiled ones can also be used.
Tomatoes + Green chilies — Tomatoes and green chilies enliven the recipe while imparting more flavor and color to it.
Garlic powder — Subtle zest added to the corn dip with garlic powder helps elevate the overall flavor of the recipe.
Cumin — Cumin powder’s warm, earthy flavor brings more depth to the recipe.
Sour Cream + Cream Cheese — The cheesy creaminess and subtle tang that makes this corn dip completely irresistible comes from sour cream and cream cheese! These ingredients create a creamy base and thick consistency for the dip. Full-fat sour cream is best for the creamiest dip. Avoid low-fat sour cream, making the dip runny and not as delectable.
Mayonnaise — It renders the corn dip a creamy texture and subtle flavor.
Red bell pepper — The color and crunch of red bell peppers and flavor bring more character to the recipe.
Cheese — Shredded cheese adds creaminess and tons of flavor to the corn dip. You can use the cheese of your choice. I have used a mix of Colby & Monterey Jack.
Onions — Finely chopped red onions are added for maximum flavor and a delightful crunch.
Chili flakes — For that delightfully knocking punch!
For the pull-apart wreath bread —
All-purpose flour — This is the main ingredient for making the pull-apart wreath bread. Regular all-purpose flour is used, though you can also use bread flour.
Instant Yeast — I have added Instant Yeast to the dough. You can add active dry Yeast, but instant Yeast saves the rising time.
Sugar — A subtle sweetness from sugar adds more flavor to the bread.
Salt — Used as a seasoning and is added to lift the flavor of the bread.
Unsalted Butter — Butter adds the desired amount of moisture to the bread to make it fluffier and richer in texture.
Milk — Creates more luscious and softer bread with a velvety texture and tender crumb.
Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip Tips and Variations
Corn that makes the best recipe — This recipe tastes fabulous when prepared with fresh corn. However, if fresh corn is unavailable, feel free to use frozen sweet corn or canned corn kernels. It makes a great recipe, too.
Variations of cheese — I have used Colby and Monterey Jack cheese to make this lip-smacking Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip recipe. Cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, or Mexican cheese also makes a great choice. So, you can use any of these.
Make it extra yummy — Adding a tablespoon of dry ranch dressing mix to the cream cheese and mayonnaise mix makes the dip super yummy and flavorful.
Veggies for extra delight — Add vegetables like mushrooms, black olives, banana peppers, and Jalapeno peppers to make this cheesy corn dip more nutritious and scrumptiously delicious.
Baking alternatives — A Cast-iron skillet makes a great alternative to the oven for baking this cheesy corn dip. You can use a 17-inch cast-iron skillet for this purpose.
Spicy or not too spicy? This Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip recipe is medium spicy with chilly flakes and a few green chilies. You can add a teaspoon of Cajun seasoning or poblano peppers to the dip before baking it if you want it spicier. Cheesy Corn dip is moderately spicy and doesn’t overwhelm your taste buds.
Turn it gluten-free — Serve this creamy, cheesy corn dip with veggie sticks, gluten-free crackers, or tortilla chips for a gluten-free treat.
Alternate for fresh bread — Homemade fresh bread can be replaced with store-bought pizza dough or frozen rolls to make the gorgeous pull-apart wreath bread that makes a delicious combo with the cheesy corn dip.
Measure correctly for the best bread — Improper measurements can destroy the texture of the bread and result in a failed attempt. Please measure the ingredients correctly for the fluffiest and most delicious bread.
Alternatives to butter — I have used unsalted butter to make my wreath bread. You can use olive, canola, sunflower, or even melted coconut oil for the bread dough.
Check if the bread is completely baked — Insert a toothpick at the center of the bread, and if it comes out with a few tiny crumbs around it, consider the bread baked. If it comes out with sticky dough around it, you will still need to bake it for a little while.
Bake the bread just right — Avoid over-baking the bread, as it will turn the bread dry and crumbly.
To fix the sticky bread dough — If you feel the dough is a little sticky, add a tablespoon of flour and knead the dough again.
For a quick demolding of the bread — Greasing the baking pan ensures a quick and hassle-free demolding of the bread.
Parchment paper eases the de-molding — Lining the greased baking tray with parchment paper eases the slide-out further.
For soft dough — Kneading helps enhance the elasticity of the dough, which makes perfectly soft and fluffy bread. So, please consider this step as important.
What goes well with this Baked Corn dip?
You can serve this corn dip with just about anything. When it comes to serving party dips, here are a few of my favorite options —
- Tortilla chips
- Celery
- Cucumbers
- Carrots
- Bell peppers
- Toasted bread
- Baked pita bread
- Bagel chips
- Breadsticks
- All kinds of savory crackers – saltine crackers or wheat thins. These are my kid’s favorite.
While arranging the platter, think creatively and ensure something for everyone – kids and adults!
Let me know what you think!
Hosting a party – this super yummy Cheesy Corn Dip is the answer!
Served with pull-apart wreath bread, this spicy, cheesy treat is sure to leave everyone wanting more. So, get ready with your ingredients, and let’s dive into the world of deliciousness.
Let’s prepare ourselves to redefine the joy that a perfect blend of heat and savory cheesiness can bring.
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Pull-Apart Holiday Wreath Bread with Corn Dip
INGREDIENTS
CORN DIP INGREDIENTS
- 15 oz Corn Kernels
- 1 teaspoon Avocado Oil
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- ¾ cup Sour Cream
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- ¾ teaspoon Crushed red chili flakes adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon Cumin powder
- – – Salt to taste
- 1 medium Red Bell pepper chopped
- ¼ cup Red Onion finely chopped
- 10 oz Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies
- 1 cup Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese
GARNISHES
- – – Jalapeno peppers
- – – Red Bell Pepper
- – – Red Onions
- – – Scallions
- – – Corn Kernels
PULL APART WREATH BREAD
- 5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Rapid rise Yeast or Instant yeast
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1½ teaspoons Salt
- ¼ cup Unsalted Butter
- 1½ cups Milk
- 1 tablespoon Butter for basting
GARNISHES
- – – Rosemary Sprigs
- – – Pomegranate seeds
- – – Coarsely crushed black peppercorns
INSTRUCTIONS
MAKING OF CORN DIP
- Begin by caramelizing corn kernels in a pan. Over medium-high heat, add oil or butter to a heavy-bottomed pan. Add corn and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until corn starts to brown, stirring occasionally. Once the corn kernels are brown, remove them from heat and set them aside to cool.
- Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl.Stir in the spices – chili flakes, cumin powder, garlic powder, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of shredded cheese. Blend all the ingredients using a blender until they are thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Add chopped onions, diced tomatoes, green chilies, red bell pepper, and cooled caramelized corn kernels. Mix to combine. Set it aside while we prepare our wreath bread dough.
MAKING OF PULL-APART WREATH ROLLS
- Combine flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a microwavable bowl, melt butter. Remove from heat and add milk. Whisk to combine. Set aside for a minute. Pour lukewarm milk + butter over the dry ingredients and knead a soft, pliable dough.The dough should be smooth.
- Grease the Instant Pot insert. Transfer the dough to the Instant Pot. Cover it with a glass lid.Turn the Instant pot on by pressing the ‘Yogurt’ button. Adjust the pressure to ‘Less.’ Set the timer to 30 minutes.
- By now, the dough must have doubled in size.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly dusted floured surface. Punch it down and knead the dough for 3-4 minutes.
- Line an 18-inch round pizza tray with parchment paper. Place a 4-inch round bowl in the center. Divide the dough evenly into 31 pieces. Shape the dough into balls. Fold and secure all the ends of the dough until it looks like a smooth ball. Arrange the balls all around the bowl in a ring shape. The outer ring will have 18 pieces, and the inner circle will have 13 pieces. Cover the tray with a wet towel and let it rise in a warm place for another 45 minutes or until the dough balls double in size.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Once the dough has doubled in size, remove the bowl from the center.Now, arrange the cheesy corn dip in the center. Sprinkle the remaining cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the rolls are golden, the cheese is all melted, and the dip is golden and bubbly. Brush the freshly baked pull-apart dinner rolls with melted butter and serve hot.
- The intricate flavor profile of this yummy corn dip showcases a perfect combination of adventurous flavors, making this dish a fiesta of textures and tastes.
Awesome receipe thank u Ruchi
My pleasure, Aruna. 😊