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Khachapuri from Georgia

Khachapuri

Georgia's iconic cheese-filled bread β€” the boat-shaped Adjaruli version crowned with molten cheese, a soft egg and… Β· Georgia

Also known as Adjaruli khachapuri; Georgian cheese bread

πŸ“ Adjara β˜… 4.7
Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Reviewed by the WhatWhereVacay editorial team

Georgia's iconic cheese-filled bread β€” the boat-shaped Adjaruli version crowned with molten cheese, a soft egg and butter.

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About Khachapuri

Khachapuri is a traditional Georgian bread filled with cheese, and it exists in many regional shapes. The most celebrated is Adjaruli khachapuri, an open boat of dough filled with bubbling melted cheese and finished with a soft egg yolk and a knob of butter.

At the table the egg, butter and cheese are stirred together into a rich molten pool, and pieces are torn from the golden crust and dipped in. It is indulgent, comforting and deeply satisfying.

πŸ›οΈ History & Culture

Khachapuri is a cornerstone of Georgian cuisine and hospitality, with distinct versions across the country's regions β€” from the round Imeruli to the boat-shaped Adjaruli of the Black Sea coast. The word combines the Georgian for 'cheese' and 'bread'.

So central is it to daily life that Georgia has an informal 'khachapuri index' tracking its cost as a measure of inflation. It is a national symbol, served at celebrations and everyday meals alike.

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Khachapuri β€” frequently asked questions

What is Khachapuri?

Khachapuri is a traditional Georgian bread filled with cheese, and it exists in many regional shapes. The most celebrated is Adjaruli khachapuri, an open boat of dough filled with bubbling melted cheese and finished with a soft egg yolk and a knob of butter.At the table the egg, butter and cheese are stirred together…

What is Khachapuri made of?

Khachapuri is made with bread dough, sulguni cheese, butter, egg and milk.

Where does Khachapuri come from?

Khachapuri comes from Georgia, and is especially associated with Adjara. Khachapuri is a cornerstone of Georgian cuisine and hospitality, with distinct versions across the country's regions β€” from the round Imeruli to the boat-shaped Adjaruli of the Black Sea coast.

Where can I eat Khachapuri?

A Georgian restaurant; order the boat-shaped Adjaruli and mix the egg in hot.

What else is Khachapuri called?

Khachapuri is also known as Adjaruli khachapuri; Georgian cheese bread.

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