Khachapuri Cheese Bread (Easy Georgian Winter Recipe)

This Khachapuri Cheese Bread is the kind of cozy, cheesy winter recipe Pinterest pushes to the top.
Soft warm dough, melty cheese, and a beautiful golden crust make it irresistible during cold-weather months.
It’s simple, comforting, and delivers the dramatic cheese pull Pinterest users save every December and January.

For more cozy winter ideas, you’ll also enjoy my Easy Vegetable Soup (Cozy Winter Comfort Food) and my Comforting Potsticker Soup.

Why This Khachapuri Goes Viral in Winter

• Cheese Pull Heaven: Pinterest users LOVE dramatic cheese visuals in January.
• Warm & Cozy: Fits the seasonal trend “winter comfort food”.
• Easy Dough: This version uses simple pantry ingredients.
• Restaurant-Level Flavor: Without complicated techniques.
• Perfect for the Holidays: A show-stopping bread for gatherings.

If you’re into warm, cheesy recipes, you’ll also love my Garlic Butter Mushrooms and creamy Garlic Parmesan Mashed Sweet Potatoes.

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/3 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast

For the Cheese Filling

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup feta, crumbled
• 1/2 cup ricotta (optional for extra creaminess)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 egg yolk (for the finish)

Instructions

1. Mix warm water, milk, sugar, and yeast. Rest 10 minutes.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until smooth (8–10 minutes).
3. Let dough rise 1 hour in a warm place.
4. Shape into an oval, then roll edges inward to form a “boat”.
5. Fill with the cheese mixture.
6. Bake 12–15 minutes at 480°F (250°C) until deeply golden.
7. Add butter and an egg yolk in the center; return to oven for 2 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with extra melted butter.
• Dip the crust into the molten cheese center.
• Pair it with warm winter soups like this cozy vegetable soup.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be wrapped and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 8 minutes.

More Winter Baking Recipes

If you want sweet winter baking, try my Whipped Shortbread Cookies or my Gingerbread Brownies.

Conclusion

This Khachapuri Cheese Bread brings everything people love about winter comfort food: warm dough, melty cheese, and a cozy homemade feel. It’s the kind of recipe Pinterest users save all season long — simple, beautiful, and irresistibly cheesy.With simple ingredients and a stunning presentation, it’s the kind of recipe that earns saves, shares, and clicks all winter long. Whether you’re hosting for the holidays or craving something cozy in January, this Georgian classic will become one of your seasonal favorites.

Khachapuri Cheese Bread (Easy Georgian Winter Recipe)

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• Author: Sarah
• Total Time: 1h35
• Yield: 1 large Khachapuri 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Warm, golden, cheesy Khachapuri—the iconic Georgian cheese bread—perfect for cozy winter baking. Simple dough, molten cheese center, and rich comforting flavors that go viral every December–January.

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Ingredients

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• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/3 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup crumbled feta
• 1/2 cup ricotta (optional)
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 egg yolk

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Instructions

1. Mix warm water, warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Rest 10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth.
3. Let rise 1 hour in a warm place.
4. Shape dough into an oval, roll edges inward, and form the classic “boat” shape.
5. Mix mozzarella, feta, and ricotta. Fill the center.
6. Bake at 480°F (250°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden.
7. Add butter + egg yolk, bake 1–2 more minutes.
8. Serve hot for the perfect cheese pull.

Notes

Use full-fat cheese for the best melt.
Bake on a pizza stone for extra crisp edges.
Serve immediately for the authentic Khachapuri texture.

• Prep Time: 1h20
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Bread, Winter Recipes, Comfort Food
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: Georgian

Keywords: Khachapuri, Georgian Cheese Bread, Winter Bread, Cheese Bread Recipe, Cozy Baking, Comfort Food