Best Georgian Cheese Bread Recipe Khachapuri

 

Serves: 4.

Preparation time: 20 minutes.

Rising time: 1.5–2 hours.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Ingredients.

For the dough:

 

·         500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour

·         1 tsp salt

·         1 tsp sugar

·         1 tsp dry yeast

·         250 ml (1 cup) warm water

·         100 ml (½ cup) warm milk

·         2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter

For the cheese filling:

·         400 g (14 oz) cheese (a mixture of mozzarella and feta or sulguni, if possible)

·         1 large egg

For the topping (optional):

·         4 eggs (1 per loaf)

·         Butter, for finishing

Instructions

Prepare the dough:

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, warm milk, sugar, and Yeast.

Let stand 5-10 minutes until foamy.

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.

Gradually add yeast mixture and oil, kneading until soft, elastic dough forms (about 8-10 minutes).

Cover dough with a clean towel and let rise in a warm place for 1.5-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Prepare cheese filling:

Grate or crumble cheese and mix in a bowl. Add 1 egg and mix until well combined.

Dough pan:

Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces.

Roll each piece into an oval or boat shape, leaving the edges thicker.

Lift up and pinch the sides to form a “boat,” with a hollow centre of cheese.

Fill the bread:

Spread the cheese mixture evenly between the dough boats, spreading it out in the centre.

Bake the Khachapuri:

Place the Khachapuri on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Optional:

Crack an egg into the centre of each loaf and bake for an additional 2–3 minutes, just until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.

Finish and serve:

Remove the Khachapuri from the oven and top with a small knob of butter.

Serve hot, breaking off the bread slices to dip into the melted cheese and egg mixture.

Tips:

For a more traditional taste, look for Sulguni or Imeretian cheese, which are often used in Georgia?

Khachapuri is best served fresh and warm, straight from the oven.









Enjoy this iconic Georgian dish, perfect for sharing with family or friends!

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