Description
Golden, fluffy, and bursting with savory goodness, this Caramelized Onion & Gruyère Stuffed Bread Wreath is a true showstopper. Sweet, slow-cooked onions meld into gooey Gruyère and mozzarella, all wrapped in soft dough baked to perfection. Whether you need a quick breakfast option, easy dinner centerpiece, or impressive appetizer for holiday gatherings, this bread wreath fits the bill. It’s one of those food ideas that feels fancy but is surprisingly simple to make — a must-try for anyone looking for delicious, easy recipes or cozy dinner ideas.
Ingredients
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 lb refrigerated pizza dough
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Caramelize onions: In a skillet over low heat, cook sliced onions in butter for 30–40 minutes until deep golden brown. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper during the last 5 minutes. Let cool.
2. Roll out pizza dough into a rectangle and cut into 16–20 squares. Let rest 5 minutes.
3. Combine cooled onions with Gruyère and mozzarella. Spoon onto each dough square and seal into balls.
4. Place an oven-safe bowl in the center of a parchment-lined tray. Arrange dough balls around it in a wreath shape, seam-side down.
5. Brush tops with egg wash.
6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
7. Cool slightly. Garnish with remaining onions, rosemary, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Let the caramelized onions cool completely before filling to avoid soggy dough.
Don’t overfill each dough ball—just a small spoonful of filling is enough.
This recipe can be prepped the night before and baked the next day.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / French fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of wreath)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: holiday appetizer, bread wreath, cheesy bread, pull-apart bread, gruyere onion bread, party food, easy recipe