Description
Delight in the warm, comforting flavors of Greek Feta Bread, also known as Tiropsomo. This soft and airy bread is filled with creamy feta cheese, making it an exquisite addition to any meal. Perfect for sharing at gatherings, served alongside soups and salads, or enjoyed as a snack on its own, this recipe brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your kitchen. With straightforward steps and easily accessible ingredients, even novice bakers can impress family and friends with this delectable bread. Experience the inviting aroma and rich taste as you slice into a freshly baked loaf that will leave everyone craving more.
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
- Optional: sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Make the starter by combining lukewarm water, sugar, yeast, and flour in a stand mixer bowl. Mix well and let sit for 8-10 minutes until foamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together remaining flour and salt. Add to the yeast mixture along with olive oil; knead on low speed for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size (1.5 – 2 hours).
- Punch down the risen dough, flatten into a circle, fill one side with crumbled feta cheese, fold over, seal edges.
- Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper; shape gently into a round loaf. Cover again and rest for 30 minutes while preheating oven to 425 °F (220 °C).
- Make indentations on top of the loaf; brush with melted butter mixed with cream and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for about 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg