Georgian Khachapuri with Sulguni Cheese

Name: Georgian Khachapuri with Sulguni Cheese
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast; 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 cup warm water (110°F/45°C); 1/2 cup milk; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 2 cups shredded sulguni cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped; 2 eggs; Salt to taste; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tbsp milk

Traditional Georgian Cheese Bread

Experience the warm and cheesy delight of a classic Georgian dish with rich sulguni cheese.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast

1 tsp sugar

1/2 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)

1/2 cup milk

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/4 tsp salt

For the Cheese Filling

2 cups shredded sulguni cheese

or substitute with a mix of mozzarella and feta

1 egg, beaten

1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

For the Egg Topping

2 eggs

optional, for traditional style

Salt to taste

For the Egg Wash

1 egg, beaten

1 tbsp milk

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.

Ensure the yeast mixture is frothy to confirm the yeast is active.

Mix Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture, milk, and oil. Stir until the dough starts to form.

Knead Dough

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

For the best flavor, let your dough rise in a warm, draft-free environment.

Preparing the Cheese Filling

Combine Ingredients

Mix the sulguni cheese, beaten egg, and dill in a bowl.

Use high-quality, fresh dill for the most aromatic flavor.

Season Filling

Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.

Cover and Set Aside

Keep the filling covered until ready to use.

Cooking Process

Rest Dough

Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Dough Resting: 1 hour

Shape Khachapuri

Roll out the dough, place the cheese filling in the center, and shape the dough into a boat.

Bake

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.

Baking: 20 minutes at 450°F (230°C).

Plating & Serving