Des

Hey! I'm Des!

Welcome to Life’s Ambrosia where Dinner is served and memories are made. Here you will find over 1000 tried and true recipes for every possible occasion. In the last 10 years, this blog has helped millions of families put dinner on the table and create food memories. Let me help you too.

Read more »

Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread

Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread is loaded with sautéed mushrooms, 2 cheeses and fresh herbs. It’s perfect for Game Day!

Oh cheese bread. You have a special place in my heart. With your ooey-gooey cheesiness you are just down right irresistible. I’ve made you with jalapeños, with smoked white cheddar and even with kale. Today, I’m adding mushrooms and herbs to the mix resulting in this Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread that would be perfect for Game Day or Girl’s Night.

Despite my love affair with cheese bread, it’s not something that we eat a ton of. It’s more of a special occasion kind of thing. Therefore, like all special occasion type of meals, we kind of like to go all out. That is exactly what I did with this Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread.

Ingredients you’ll need: 

  • FRENCH BREAD: You’ll need half a loaf of french bread for this recipe. Save the other to make another loaf of this cheese bread or maybe your own garlic croutons. 
  • BUTTER AND OLIVE OIL: To sauté the mushrooms. It will help them brown.
  • CRIMINI MUSHROOMS: These are my all time favorite mushrooms. They have more flavor than their white counterparts but are also available all year long unlike other mushroom varieties. They are sometimes called “Baby bella”. 
  • FRESH THYME: Thyme is a must in this dish. The flavor just goes so well with mushrooms and the Swiss cheese that is also used in this recipe. 
  • MOZZARELLA: I like to use mozzarella in cheese bread recipes because it melts so well and has a fairly mild flavor so it won’t over power the other flavors in the dish. 
  • SWISS CHEESE: Mushroom and swiss cheese is one of my favorite combos on burgers so I thought it would be fabulous to add on this cheese bread. 
  • MAYONNAISE: This is where I might lose some of you but bear with me. You won’t taste the mayonnaise in this dish but the oil will help everything bind together. 
  • GRANULATED GARLIC: You can also use garlic powder. If you only have garlic salt you can use that too but use 1/2 the amount because cheese is salty. 
  • BLACK PEPPER: Coarse ground will give you the best flavor! 
Mushroom bread ingredients.

How to Make Mushroom Bread: 

You guys, this Mushroom Cheese Bread is super easy to make. You can even make it in advance and heat it when you’re ready. Follow along with these step by step photos and instructions to learn how to make it. 

  • STEP #1: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and cut a loaf of french bread in half lengthwise. 
  • STEP #2: Sauté mushrooms in butter and olive oil until they brown, about 5 minutes. Then allow them to cool. 
  • STEP #3: Mix the mozzarella, swiss, mayonnaise, thyme, garlic, black pepper and cooled mushrooms until well combined. 
  • STEP #4: Spread mixture onto bread. Cook in preheated oven for 15 – 20 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with fresh thyme, if desired. Allow to cool a few minutes before slicing. 
Slice of mushroom bread.

Storage and Leftovers:

This bread reheats perfectly! Keep any leftovers covered and in the refrigerator. To reheat wrap in aluminum foil and bake in 325 degree oven for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Trust me when I say that this mushroom cheese bread always gets rave reviews and will be perfect on your next game day or girls night!

Mushroom bread on wooden cutting board.

Note: This post was originally written in 2017. It was updated with new photos, nutrition information and a video in 2022.

 



Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread

An ooey-gooey Herb Mushroom Cheese Bread made with two different kinds of cheese, sautéed mushrooms and fresh thyme. Perfect for game day or girl's night!
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Easy Appetizer Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 370 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 cups sliced crimini mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves plus more for garnish
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 loaf french bread 1 whole loaf cut lengthwise

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until butter melts. Add in mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally until the mushrooms start to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Combine cooled mushrooms, thyme, mozzarella, swiss, mayonnaise, garlic and black pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
  • Spoon and spread mixture on the bread. Cook in preheated oven for 15 - 20 minutes or until bread starts to brown and cheese is bubbly. Remove from oven, allow to cool several minutes, garnish with fresh thyme leaves, slice and serve.

Notes

If you don't have granulated garlic, you can use garlic powder. If you use garlic salt, use half of the amount because the cheese is salty. 
Nutrition information for estimation purposes only. 

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 530mgPotassium: 255mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 522IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 379mgIron: 2mg
Tried this recipe?Mention @lifesambrosia or tag #lifesambrosia!
Keywords: cheese bread, mushroom, thyme

Leave a Comment

Recipe Rating




  • Reply
    Willow
    January 9, 2024 at 10:06 am

    5 stars
    My sister eats this bread as a meal by itself and dips it in marinara sauce. Today I’m making 2 loaves to share. Our neighbor is making bbq ribs and I’m making the bread to go with it, then we share!!

    • Reply
      Deseree
      January 9, 2024 at 11:45 am

      That sounds like such a fab meal!! And I’ll have to try dipping in marinara!

  • Reply
    Willow
    January 9, 2024 at 10:02 am

    5 stars
    I have made this at least a dozen times, always a hug hit with everyone!!! I’ve passed this recipe around to everyone I know!!

    • Reply
      Deseree
      January 9, 2024 at 11:44 am

      So happy to hear that, Willow! It is one of our favorites too!

  • Reply
    Toni | Boulder Locavore
    October 11, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    5 stars
    This looks SO delish! Great to try this weekend!

  • Reply
    Richa Gupta
    December 10, 2017 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    Love anything that involves mushroom!

  • Reply
    Erica Acevedo
    December 9, 2017 at 6:57 am

    5 stars
    I am SO hungry looking at this! Elevating plain old bread with cheese and veggies is always a great idea!

  • Reply
    Arman @ thebigmansworld
    December 8, 2017 at 8:36 pm

    Drooling over these!

  • Reply
    Carolyn
    December 8, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    This looks so yummy! I can’t wait to try making it!

  • Reply
    Jennifer
    December 8, 2017 at 6:59 am

    The flavors look so amazing!

  • Reply
    Megan | MegUnprocessed
    December 7, 2017 at 10:27 am

    It looks so tasty!!

  • Reply
    alyssa | everydaymaven
    December 6, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    This would make such a good party appetizer!

  • Reply
    Betsy @ Desserts Required
    December 6, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    This is beyond perfect! I may have trouble sharing nicely with others. ;-)

  • Reply
    Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)
    December 6, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    This herb mushroom cheese bread would be a great appetizer!! Looks amazing!!!

  • Reply
    Heather
    December 6, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    What a great idea Forbes holiday parties

  • Reply
    valda615
    December 4, 2017 at 6:59 pm

    The mixture is spread on only 1/2 of the loaf, is that correct?

    • Reply
      Deseree
      December 5, 2017 at 8:15 am

      Correct! Save the other half for something else :)

  • Reply
    Betty Davies
    December 4, 2017 at 8:21 am

    5 stars
    Loving the flavours on that topping! Will definitely be trying these out!

  • Reply
    happyvalleychow
    October 19, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    Those definitely look tasty! Pinned and trying for sure :)

  • Reply
    Florian @ContentednessCooking
    October 19, 2015 at 9:25 am

    Amazing flavor combination. Love that you used mushrooms!

  • Reply
    BigFlavorsFromATinyKitchen
    October 19, 2015 at 7:25 am

    I love mushrooms and thyme together – this looks outrageously delicious!

  • Reply
    Heather @FrenchPress
    October 19, 2015 at 7:07 am

    I could absolutely eat the entire loaf!

  • Reply
    Laura T
    October 19, 2015 at 6:24 am

    I am afraid if I made this I would eat the whole loaf and refuse to share! This looks seriously yummy.

  • Reply
    Ali @ Home & Plate
    October 19, 2015 at 5:42 am

    That looks absolutely fabulous. I love anything with mushrooms and that cheese. Wow, I would have to double the recipe for sure.

  • Reply
    marye audet
    October 19, 2015 at 4:57 am

    Oh wow, this is gorgeous and it sounds so savory! I love it!

  • Des

    Hey! I'm Des!

    Welcome to Life’s Ambrosia where Dinner is served and memories are made. Here you will find over 1000 tried and true recipes for every possible occasion. In the last 10 years, this blog has helped millions of families put dinner on the table and create food memories. Let me help you too.

    Read more »

    Sharing is Caring

    Help spread the word. You're awesome for doing it!