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Cheese Fatayer

Learn to make delicious Cheese Fatayer with fluffy dough and flavorful cheese filling. Perfect for snacks or parties, easy to prepare at home!
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Middle East
Keyword Cheese, Flour, Yeast, Yoghurt
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 320kcal

Ingredients

  • 550 g plain flour
  • 1 cup plus 2 tbsp
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 110 g plain yoghurt about ½ cup
  • ⅓ cup dairy milk
  • ¼ cup flavorless oil like sunflower
  • 1 ¾ cups grated haloumi cheese
  • 10 sprigs parsley finely chopped

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together yoghurt, milk, and oil until smooth. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring with a spoon or your hands until a soft dough forms. Knead briefly until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a bowl, grate the haloumi cheese and finely chop the parsley. Mix well to combine, creating a savory, aromatic filling. You can add a pinch of salt or extra herbs if desired. Set aside once ready.
  • Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently. Divide into 8-10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle, about 15-20cm in diameter. Place a generous spoonful of cheese filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a semi-circle or shape into a pouch, pinching the edges together firmly to seal.
  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the filled fatayer on the prepared sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges. Remove from oven and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.