Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Feta Bread, also known as Tiropsomo. This soft and airy bread is filled with creamy feta cheese, making it a perfect choice for appetizers, snacks, or side dishes at any gathering. Its rich flavor profile combines the tanginess of feta with the warmth of freshly baked bread. Easy to prepare, even novice bakers will find success with this recipe. Whether enjoyed warm on its own or paired with dips and salads, Tiropsomo is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups lukewarm water
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 14 oz feta cheese
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, combine lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 8-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add this mixture and olive oil to the yeast mixture in the stand mixer.
- Knead on low speed for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1.5 to 2 hours).
- Punch down dough and transfer to an oiled work surface. Flatten into a circle and crumble feta on top before folding edges over.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) while allowing shaped dough to rise for another 30 minutes on a baking tray.
- Brush with melted butter mixed with cream and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg