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Adjaruli Khachapuri with Garlic Butter Crust

Delicious cheesy bread with a runny egg yolk on top (adapted from by Anna Voloshyna)
Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Georgian
Keyword cheese bread, khachapuri
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author theforkedring

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup whole milk lukewarm
  • 3/4 tsp white sugar
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 3 2/3 cups AP flour plus more for dusting
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 9 oz low moisture mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 8 oz whole milk ricotta
  • 3 tsp lemon zest
  • 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, and yeast.
  • Cover with a kitchen towel and let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Add the flour, salt, and oil and stir well to combine. Knead until the dough comes together.
  • Then, knead for another 10-15 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms.
  • Divide dough into 2 equal balls. Lightly brush two bowls with oil and place your doughs in each. Cover with plastic wrap and rest in a warm place for 90 minutes, until nearly doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cheeses with lemon zest, garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Place dough balls on a lightly floured surface and shape into two long ovals, about 12-14" long.
  • Pipe or place a thin ring of cheese filling on the inside edge of each dough oval. Crimp the edge of the dough over the cheese, forming two points at each end.
  • Spread the remaining cheese mixture equally in the middle of each dough and lightly press down.
  • Cover doughs with a kitchen towel and rest 15-30 minutes. Uncover and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly golden brown.
  • Make a tablespoon-sized well in the center of each khachapuri and carefully place 1 egg yolk into each.
  • Bake again for 1 to 5 minutes until yolk begins to set. Remove from oven and place a slice of butter on top of each dough. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • I like to brush the crust with garlic butter before baking, but be sure to watch the crust to prevent burning.
  • You can make this recipe with sourdough starter in place of years - rising times may vary. Just let the two dough balls proof until doubled in size after kneading.