Cheese Stuffed Garlic Naan
Difficulty Level: Medium
Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (including proofing time)
🥖 Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tbsp instant yeast
- ½ tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup full-fat Greek yoghurt
- 2 tbsp melted butter
For the Filling
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Garlic Butter
- 1 stick (113g) melted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
🍽️ Used Equipment
- Mixing bowl :
- Rolling pin :
- Cast iron (or non-stick skillet):
- Measuring cups (or spoons) :
- Plastic wrap :
- Brush (for garlic butter) :
👨🍳 Steps to Make Cheese Stuffed Garlic Naan
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well. Then add the wet ingredients: water, Greek yoghurt, and melted butter. Start mixing until a rough dough forms, then knead by hand on a clean surface for 5–10 minutes (or 3–5 minutes in a stand mixer) until smooth and elastic.
Step 2: First Proofing
Place the dough back into the bowl, lightly coat it with olive oil, and cover with plastic wrap. Let it proof for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Step 3: Shape and Fill
Divide the proofed dough into equal portions. Flatten each piece using your palm or a rolling pin. Add a single even layer of shredded mozzarella to the center of each piece. Fold the edges toward the center and pinch tightly to seal.
Step 4: Form and Rest Again
Flip the sealed side down, shape into a tight ball to build surface tension, and flatten slightly with your hand. Let these rest again for 30–45 minutes to rise slightly before rolling.
Step 5: Prepare Garlic Butter
While waiting, make the garlic butter: mix melted butter with minced garlic, salt, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
Step 6: Roll and Cook
Preheat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Roll each dough ball into a thin disc. If sticky, dust lightly with flour. You should see the outline of the cheese without breaking the dough—this means your gluten is well-developed!
Step 7: Sear and Finish
Cook each naan for 1–2 minutes per side. If you don’t see bubbles or browning, increase the heat. Once golden and cooked through, remove and immediately brush with garlic butter.
🧄 Tips for Perfect Cheese Garlic Naan
- Too sticky? Add more flour during rolling.
- Dough too wet? Keep kneading—it will smooth out.
- Want char marks? Use higher heat and a cast iron skillet for that authentic tandoor-like finish.
- Serve hot for the best cheese pull experience!
🌍 Why You’ll Love Cheese Stuffed Garlic Naan
This cheesy garlic naan is the ultimate comfort food—soft, fluffy, buttery, and filled with gooey melted mozzarella. It’s perfect as a side for curries, a standalone snack, or a delicious appetizer for parties. If you’re craving takeout-style naan at home, this is your new go-to recipe.