Description
Greek Feta Bread) is a soft, fluffy bread filled with creamy feta cheese and brushed with a buttery topping. This traditional Greek favorite is perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, and is easy to customize with herbs or extra fillings like olives or sun-dried tomatoes
Ingredients
Starter:
2 cups lukewarm water (115°F)
2 tsp granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp instant yeast
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Dough:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup olive oil
Filling:
14 oz feta cheese (preferably sheep’s milk)
Topping:
2 oz butter, melted
2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
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Make the Starter: Mix lukewarm water, sugar, yeast, and flour. Let sit for 8–10 minutes until foamy.
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Make the Dough: Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the starter. Knead on low speed for 10 minutes.
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First Rise: Transfer dough to an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled (1.5–2 hours).
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Shape: Punch down and roll into a 15-inch circle. Place crumbled feta in the center. Fold edges to the middle, flip, and flatten into a 13-inch round.
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Second Rise: Place on a baking tray, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
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Top & Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush dough with butter-cream mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden.
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Cool & Serve: Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
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Add herbs like oregano or dill to the filling for extra flavor.
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Mix in olives, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for a creative twist.
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Divide into smaller portions for mini tiropsomo rolls.
