Cheese Flatbread
Ramadan

Cheese Flatbread

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Ingredients

For the dough

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¾ to 1 cup warm water

For the topping

  • 1 ½ cups shredded Baladna Mozzarella
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, optional
How it's made!
    • Prepare the dough
    • In a bowl, mix warm water with yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until activated.
    • In another bowl, combine flour and salt.
    • Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
    • Knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
    • Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
    • Shape the flatbread
    • Preheat oven to 200°C.
    • Divide the dough into two portions.
    • Roll each portion into an oval or round flat shape.
    • Transfer to a lined baking tray.
    • Add the cheese
    • Brush the surface lightly with olive oil.
    • Sprinkle Baladna Mozzarella evenly over the dough.
    • Season with oregano and black pepper.
    • Bake
    • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    • Serve
    • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
    • Slice and serve warm as a delicious Side Iftar option.
    • Tips
    • Baladna Mozzarella provides excellent melt and a soft, stretchy texture.
    • For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chili flakes before baking.
    • Serve with yogurt dip or fresh salad for a balanced platter.