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Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) with Kale and Herb Sauce is a traditional Georgian dish very similar to pizza. Khachapuri uses fresh pizza dough, 3 cheeses, and kale. The dough is in the shape of an oval, and baked in the oven until the cheese is melted and the kale crisp. Each Khachapuri has an egg on top and is best eaten warm with fresh herbs. The bread is torn apart and eaten as an appetizer. Every last bite is delicious and it makes for a fun an appetizer or easy dinner any night of the week.
I know, what on Earth is Khachapuri? Trust me, I debated back and forth about just what to call this recipe. Only because I wanted you guys to have an idea of exactly what this recipe is. I had to spend some time on Google to get more info. But to sum things up real quick, essentially Khachapuri is bread with cheese inside and eggs in the filling. The eggs make the filling extra, extra creamy and mouth-wateringly delicious. It also has an egg on top that’s not fully cooked and gets stirred into the hot cheese. The cheese finishes cooking the egg and it creates a deliciously creamy, melted cheese stuffed bread. The idea is similar to an Italian carbonara, but minus the pasta and plus the bread.
If you follow any food accounts on Instagram, you most likely have seen a photo of Khachapuri while scrolling through your feeds. It’s kind of a popular dish right now. It’s also a recipe that I’ve been wanting to create at home for a long time. I mean, what’s not to love about cheese stuffed bread, you know?
Sounds amazing, right?
I wanted to make a version of Khachapuri, but I wanted to add some greens and color to my bread. Enter my version of Khachapuri with Tuscan kale, 3 cheeses, and a simple herby garlic sauce. It’s honestly one of the best recipes I’ve created in a long time.
I am SO excited about it for many reasons. One, it is SO GOOD. Two, it’s different. Lately I’ve been a little uninspired by recipes. I create so many recipes that sometimes I feel as though I’ve done it all. So it’s recipes like this bread, the ones that are authentically different, that have me the most excited. Many more recipes like this to come, as I’m having fun exploring other cultures and cuisines at the moment.
Hoping to inspire you all to experiment with them!
Anyway, let’s talk recipe details.
Traditionally you make Khachapuri with more of a fluffy homemade bread dough. To me, that sounded just a little bit too bready, so I used homemade pizza dough, it worked perfectly.
The filling is what’s most important. It’s a mix of multiple kinds of cheese and eggs. Yes, eggs, I know that sounds odd, but the eggs create almost a custard-like filling, similar to a quiche, but looser and cheesier. I used a mix of mozzarella and feta, both of which are very traditional. I also added provolone, because I wanted a sharper flavor. You can use your favorite combo of whatever cheeses you like, just make sure you use a good melting cheese. That said, I particularly love the combo I used…so maybe start with that.
The cheese is mixed with an egg and then stuffed into the pizza dough. This might sound fancy, but if you can make pizza, you can make this. It’s honestly the same thing, just a different shape.
Once you have the bread shaped, bake it just as you would a pizza. Once the cheese has melted, add an egg to the top and bake a few minutes more. While everything is baking, mix up some fresh herbs for topping.
Then simply remove the bread from the oven, mix the runny yolk with the cheese, top with herbs, and enjoy!
Again, this Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) is really just pizza in a different shape, and with the addition of eggs. I know my explanation is a little confusing, so I’m hoping the photos say it all.
The bottom line is that you really just need to make this bread. Or pizza, or whatever you’d like to call it. The bread is soft, the center warm and cheesy, and the herbs on top seal the deal. You really can’t beat this. Fun for any night of the weekend, but especially on a weekend!
If you make this Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread), be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
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This was heaven. Cheese, fresh herbs, egg, and carbs?! It doesn’t get much better than this!
Hey Lauren,
I am delighted that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for trying it out! Have a great Tuesday! xxTieghan
There is a restaurant in DC that we love going to and the highlight is always their khachapuri. Now, we are thrilled to make it at home and it’s my new favorite party trick for when we have company over! (Just don’t tell them how easy it is!)
Hey Brendan,
Fantastic! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for making it! Happy Friday:) xTieghan
We just came from Compass Rose, and we instantly fell on love & knew we needed to make it back home. Glad I remembered this recipe from HBH! So excited to try this recipe.
Thanks so much Amanda, I hope you love the recipe! xTieghan
At first bite I literally said out loud, “Oh wow!” This was delicious! Those herbs brushed on top take it over the edge! Great recipe!
Hey Coby,
Thanks so much for making this recipe, I am thrilled that it was enjoyed! Have a great Sunday:) xTieghan
My husband and I made this last weekend. We cook A LOT, and this is seriously one of the most delicious things that I have ever tasted. We used frozen pizza dough even, and it was fabulous. Followed the recipe exactly. Can’t wait to be able to have dinner parties again so that I can wow my guests with this scrumptious bread. xxoo
Hey Linda,
Happy Friday! I am delighted that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for giving it a try! xTieghan
I have a kitchen that is completely gutted right now BUT the minute it’s done this cheesy deliciousness is being made! I love how flexible this recipe is. The options are endless! Bacon anyone?
Thanks so much for trying the recipe Rose! Good luck with your kitchen:) xTieghan
Hi
Any tips on how to make this gluten free?
Hey there,
I would use an equal amount of GF flour. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Divine – it’s beyond words . I made gluten free
Hey Kim,
I am thrilled to hear this recipe was enjoyed. Thanks so much for giving it a try. Have a great week! xTieghan
Hi! Made this tonight and was in heaven! Thank you for the amazing recipe!
Hey Michelle,
I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe. Thanks a lot for giving it a try and happy Sunday! xTieghan
UNREAL! So soooo good and super easy to make!!
Hey Emily,
Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try, I am so glad you enjoyed! Happy Holidays! xTieghan
Loved this recipe… soooo good. The egg is the perfect addition. And this crust recipe is my
Go to for all pizza and calzone supper time fare.
Love that!! Thank you so much Rach! xTieghan
Made this tonight – delish! So different and as tasty as promised. Followed the recipe exactly, except it was in the oven a bit longer than prescribed. I initially thought this couldn’t possibly make 6 servings, but boy, we are stuffed! 3 adults, two of which are grown men 🙂 Thank you for such a fun and new idea!
Thank you so much Kathryn! I am really glad this recipe turned out so well for you! xTieghan
This looks amazing and I really want to try it but I only have arugula, not kale. Do you think that will work??
I love your IG and your posts.
I am so glad you like this one, Debbie! Arugula should work great! Please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Looks delicious, can’t wait to try it out
Thank you so much Donna! xTieghan
Hi Tieghan,
Thank you for sharing this one! Made it as an appetizer for a game night with friends and it stole the show! People were woofing it down and even asked to take some home. Very impressive, beautiful, and a major crowd-pleaser. Going to make it again for NYE tonight. Thank you again for creating this one!
Wow that is so amazing! I am so glad you loved this recipe, Emily! Happy New Year! xTieghan
Nope even close to what I had in Georgia. No herbs, no veg, olive oil. And Sulguni cheese! Call it your cheese bread but not kachapuri