Cheese Bread That Feels Like Home
Soft, golden bread baked with a savory core of creamy cheese—tiropsomo is more than just bread with filling; it’s a warm, aromatic embrace where dough and tangy cheese intertwine in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1-2 kg flour
- Salt
- 500 g feta cheese
- Water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the flour and create a well in the center. Add the salt and the sourdough starter.
- Gradually add water while kneading until the dough no longer sticks to your hands and forms a smooth, well-kneaded ball.
- Divide the dough into small balls. Flatten each ball slightly on a clean surface and place a portion of the feta cheese in the center.
- Press the cheese gently with your fingers, then fold the dough over the cheese to form a ball again, kneading lightly to seal it.
- Arrange the dough balls in a baking tray in a circular “flower-like” arrangement, leaving some space for them to rise. Cover with a warm blanket and let rise until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven. Bake at high heat for 10 minutes, then lower the temperature to 160-170°C and bake for about an hour, adjusting the temperature as needed based on your oven’s strength.
Melty Cheese Sandwiched in Dough
The bread is shaped to cradle the cheese: after the first rise, the cheese is tucked into the center, edges are sealed, and the dough is allowed to rise again before baking. This ensures the cheese remains creamy inside while the exterior crisps to golden perfection.
A Rustic Snack or Savory Breakfast
Tiropsomo travels well: whether you serve it sliced warm with tea, include it in a spread, or enjoy it fresh from the oven, its balance of bread and salty cheese makes it a versatile and satisfying option.
A Warm Delight
This traditional Greek cheese bread is a perfect combination of fluffy dough and creamy feta cheese. Serve it warm for breakfast, as a snack, or alongside your favorite meal. It’s comforting, flavorful, and sure to bring smiles to everyone at the table!
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