Everything is better with friends, and every bread is better with dips! While crackers and chips are the go-to dip companion, breads are the unsung heroes. With so much variety in flavor and texture, there’s a type of bread to go with every dip. The pairings below highlight some especially stellar combos that are both scrumptious and easy to assemble. Give them a try and leave your days of eating plain-old bread behind you!
Flatbread + baba ghanoush + pomegranate molasses
For thousands of years, flatbread in all forms has been the bread of choice for tearing and swirling. Baba ghanoush sets the tone here, with charred eggplants and tahini lending a rich smoky and earthy flavor only made better by the sweet and tart notes of pomegranate molasses.
Croissant + apple butter + sharp cheddar cheese
Fruit and cheese finally escape the charcuterie board and find a new home in the pastry case. This combo is sweet, savory, buttery and flaky — everything you’d want in a good pastry but can rarely find, this pairing delivers.
Sourdough + Greek yogurt + harissa + crushed chips
Red hot harissa meets its match against cool, tangy Greek yogurt in this pairing that’s all about contrast. Here, sourdough supports the yogurt’s flavor notes by being, well, sour — and the crushed chips keep textural boredom at bay.
Focaccia + burrata + chili crisp or chili oil
Italy meets the spice aisle in this surprisingly addictive combination of fluffy focaccia, cooling burrata and fiery, umami-packed chili crisp. Truly a slow burn worth chasing.
Ciabatta + marinara + pesto
A grown-up riff on pizza, ciabatta’s open crumb soaks up sauces like a dream, while pesto’s herbaceous touch keeps things from getting too heavy. Make sure to toast the ciabatta for a warm, satisfying crunch!
Baguette + warm brie + jam
While it’s hard to go wrong with cheese and bread, brie’s creaminess marries well with a light and crispy baguette. Top it off with some blueberry or fig jam, and you’re practically in Paris!
Cornbread + hot honey + butter
Sweet, nutty cornbread gets an exciting twist with the addition of spice. While honey butter is a classic topping, the red pepper in the hot honey cuts through the cornbread’s sweetness and gives a satisfying kick.