Home Made Georgian Khachapuri Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling:

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (or Georgian Sulguni cheese if available)
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional)
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a small bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
• In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
• Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.

2. Prepare the Filling:

• In a medium bowl, mix the mozzarella, feta, and ricotta (if using). Set aside.

3. Shape the Khachapuri:

• Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
• After the dough has risen, divide it into two equal parts.
• Roll each part into a round, about 8-10 inches in diameter.
• Fold the edges of the dough inward and pinch the ends to form a boat-like shape.
• Spread the cheese mixture inside the center of the boat.

4. Bake the Khachapuri:

• Place the khachapuri on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

5. Add the Egg and Butter:

• Remove the khachapuri from the oven and crack one egg into the center of each cheese boat.
• Return to the oven and bake for another 3-5 minutes until the egg white is set but the yolk remains runny.
• Add a small knob of butter on top just before serving.

Serving:

• Mix the melted cheese, butter, and egg together with a fork and use pieces of the bread to scoop it up.