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Khachapuri Georgian Cheese Bread

Khachapuri Georgian Cheese Bread is a boat-shaped dough loaded with tangy, creamy cheeses. Top with an egg yolk baked right into the center!

Prep Time
1 hr 50 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 598 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Asian , Georgian

Ingredients

For the dough
  • 180 g all-purpose flour (1.5 cups)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp instant dry yeast
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
For the Filling
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese (See Note 1)
  • 1 1/4 cups crumbled Feta cheese (See Note 2)
Egg wash (optional)
  • 1 large egg
Topping
  • 2 large eggs
  • parsley chopped

Instructions

For the dough
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  1. Grease a large bowl with olive oil and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine flour, oil, salt, yeast, sugar and 2⁄3 cup tepid water. Mix on low speed until the dry ingredients come together, about 2-3 minutes. Next increase speed and mix until a smooth, wet dough comes together, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Transfer the dough to the prepared bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Set in a warm place until the dough is doubled in size, 1 hour (See Note 3).
For the filling
  1. Combine the cheeses, mixing well, in a large bowl and set aside.
Assembly
  1. Place a pizza stone in the center of the oven and preheat to 500°F.
  2. Pour the dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Divide into two round pieces. Cover the pieces loosely with plastic wrap and set aside for 15 minutes.
  3. On a lightly floured pizza peel or overturned baking sheet, roll one dough piece into a 10 inch circle about 1⁄8" thick. Spread a quarter of the cheese mixture in center of the dough, leaving a 1⁄2" border all around. On one side of the circle, gently roll the dough about a third of the way toward the center. Repeat on the opposite side, leaving a 3" wide center space between the two rolls. Pinch the narrow ends of the rolls together and twist to seal. This creates the Khachapuri's boat shape. Top cheese center with another quarter of the cheese mixture, pressing down lightly.
  4. Repeat with remaining dough and cheese. Set the khachapuri aside, uncovered, for 15 minutes, until both are slightly puffed.
  5. Beat 1 egg with a teaspoon of water, then brush the dough with egg wash, or just brush with olive oil.
  6. Slide the breads onto the hot pizza stone, spacing them at least 3 inches apart. Bake until lightly golden brown and the cheese is melted, 14-16 minutes. Remove from oven and gently press to make an indent in center of cheese (See Note 4) and crack 1 egg into the center of each boat, keeping yolks intact. Return to the oven and continue cooking until the egg whites are just set, 3–4 minutes.
  7. Remove the breads, top with a sprinkle of parsley and serve hot. Break bread apart and dunk into the egg and melted cheese.

Notes

  • mozzarella cheese
  • To make indentation for egg: I use metal 1/4 cup measuring cup or small end of a glass.
  • About 12 ounces shredded low moisture mozzarella cheese.
  • About 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese.
  • Rising Dough Tip: I often times put mine in the microwave, close the door and let it be OR another trick is to turn your EMPTY dryer on for 2-3 minutes to heat it up. When stopped and heated up, carefully place the covered bowl of dough in and close the door. DO NOT turn the dryer on again! It works like a charm.
  • To make indentation for egg: I use metal 1/4 cup measuring cup or small end of a glass.

Nutrition Information

Calories 598kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 190mg (63%) Sodium 1955mg (81%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 884IU (18%) Calcium 674mg (67%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 598

% Daily Value*

Calories 598kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 190mg 63%
Sodium 1955mg 81%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 884IU 18%
Calcium 674mg 67%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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