Description
This Cheese Stuffed Flatbread recipe features soft, homemade flatbreads filled with a delicious blend of mozzarella and feta cheeses, seasoned with black pepper and fresh parsley. Cooked on a skillet until golden and puffed, these flatbreads are perfect as a satisfying main course or snack, delivering rich cheesy flavor and a tender, pillowy texture.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for cooking)
Cheese Filling
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the plain yogurt and warm water, stirring until a dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes to relax.
- Make the Cheese Filling: In a separate small bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, crumbled feta, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley if using. Mix well to combine the flavors evenly.
- Divide and Shape Dough: Divide the rested dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten each ball into a 6-inch circle using a rolling pin on a floured surface.
- Stuff the Flatbreads: Place a generous spoonful of cheese filling in the center of one dough circle. Top it with another flattened dough circle, then carefully pinch the edges together to seal the cheese inside. Gently roll the sealed dough to slightly flatten it without letting the filling escape.
- Cook the Flatbreads: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place each stuffed flatbread on the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the flatbread is golden brown and puffed, and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
- Serve: Remove the flatbreads from the skillet and serve warm, perfect as a hearty snack or main dish with dips or salad.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for plain yogurt for a tangier flavor.
- Use cheddar, gouda, or other melting cheeses in place of mozzarella for variation.
- Be careful not to overfill the flatbreads to prevent cheese from leaking during cooking.
- Brush the skillet with olive oil as needed to prevent sticking and achieve a golden crust.
