Khachapuri
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Khachapuri, Georgia's iconic cheese-filled bread that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime comfort food. This recipe features a soft, golden dough made from all-purpose flour enriched with melted butter and eggs, paired with a tantalizing trio of cheeses—crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, and authentic Suluguni—for a creamy, gooey filling. Each Khachapuri is thoughtfully crafted into a "boat" shape, with edges packed with cheese and a luscious egg cracked into its center. Baked to perfection, the bread emerges with a crisp crust and bubbling, melty interior. Serve warm and enjoy this hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of cheesy vegetarian recipes and international cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 250 milliliters warm milk
- 60 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large egg
- 200 grams fetа cheese, crumbled
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 200 grams Suluguni cheese, crumbled or chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large egg yolk for topping
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm milk. Stir gently, and let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and one of the eggs. Mix until a dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Lightly oil a large bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
In a medium bowl, combine the feta, mozzarella, and Suluguni cheese. Mix well and set aside.
Preheat your oven to 240°C (465°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal parts. Roll out each piece into a rough oval shape, approximately 12 inches long.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to the prepared baking sheet. Spread half of the cheese mixture along the edges of each dough oval, then roll the edges over the cheese to create a boat shape, pinching and twisting the ends to seal.
Fill each boat's center with the remaining cheese mixture, leaving a slight well in the middle for the egg later.
Beat the remaining egg yolk with a tablespoon of water and brush the dough edges with this mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the khachapuri from the oven and carefully crack an egg into the center of each bread. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the egg is just set.
Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, mix the egg into the hot cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.6 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.6 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1251 mg | 417% | |
| Sodium | 8633 mg | 375% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.5 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 193.0 g | 386% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 4311 mg | 332% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 1762 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
