Flavorful Cheese Fatayer Aleppo Mint
Cheese Fatayer with Aleppo Mint is a savory, boat-shaped pastry filled with melty cheese, herbs, and a touch of Aleppo pepper—warm, flavorful, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg beaten
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried mint
- 1 tsp Aleppo pepper
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp nigella seeds
For the Dough:
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour plus more if sticky
- ½ tbsp kosher salt
- ½ tbsp instant yeast
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- ½ tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp plain yogurt
For Assembly:
- Milk or heavy cream for brushing
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, yeast, sugar, yogurt, olive oil, and lukewarm water in a bowl. Knead for 2–3 minutes until smooth. Add flour 1 tbsp at a time if sticky.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Combine mozzarella, feta, parsley, egg, and all seasonings in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 475°F. Punch down dough and divide into 12 balls. Roll each into a 5-inch oval.
- Add 1 tbsp filling to each oval. Fold sides over and pinch ends to form a boat shape.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray, brush edges with milk or cream. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
- Let cool a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with melty cheese inside.