Khachapuri, Georgian Cheese Filled Flat Bread

Name: Khachapuri, Georgian Cheese Filled Flat Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough (Khachapuri); 1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees); 1 teaspoon honey or 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 large egg; Georgian Cheese Filling (Khveli); 2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese or 2 1/2 cups gruyere, shredded; 1 1/2 cups crumbled creamy feta cheese; 3/4 cup farmer's cheese or 3/4 cup pot cheese; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/4 teaspoon table salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

Dough (Khachapuri)
1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees)
1 teaspoon honey or 1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
3 1/2 cups flour
1 large egg
Georgian Cheese Filling (Khveli)
2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese or 2 1/2 cups gruyere, shredded
1 1/2 cups crumbled creamy feta cheese
3/4 cup farmer's cheese or 3/4 cup pot cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (optional)

1
Dough (Khachapuri):
2
Line a spring form pan with butter.
3
In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water.
4
Stir in the sugar/honey and let stand until foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.
5
Add the remaining water, the butter and the salt.
6
Stir in 2 cups of the flour.
7
Gradually add enough of the remaining flour so that the mixture holds together.
8
On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. (To knead in a food processor, combine the flour, butter and salt in the work bowl of the food processor and add the yeast mixture. With the machine on, gradually add enough warm water until the dough forms a ball, then process around the bowl about 25 times.).
9
Shape into a ball, place in a large oiled bowl turning to coat, cover, and let rise until nearly doubled in bulk, about 1 1/2 hours.
10
Punch down the dough and roll into a 20-inch round about 1/4 inch thick.
11
Fit the dough into the greased spring form pan, letting the excess drape over the sides.
12
Spoon in the filling (Filling directions at the end of the recipe).
13
Gather the edges together to meet in the center, pleating the dough as evenly as possible into overlapping folds. Twist the dough ends that meet in the center to form a knob.
14
Cover and let stand for about 30 minutes.
15
Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees.
16
Brush the khachapuri with the egg mixture (Beat the egg with 1 tsp water).
17
Bake until golden brown, about an hour.
18
Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing.
19
Georgian Cheese Filling (Khveli):
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In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir to blend.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough (Khachapuri), 1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees), 1 teaspoon honey or 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Khachapuri, Georgian Cheese Filled Flat Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!