Description
This Fluffy Turkish Bread recipe produces a soft, light, and perfectly airy flatbread that’s perfect for dipping in olive oil, serving alongside soups, or enjoying with any Mediterranean meal. With a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll make a bakery-style bread at home that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon yogurt (optional, for extra softness)
For the Topping (Optional):
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon nigella seeds (optional)
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy and bubbly. This step ensures the yeast is active.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, olive oil, and yogurt (if using). Mix until a rough dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, until doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread: Divide the dough, flatten into discs, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Brush dough with olive oil and seeds.
- Bake the Bread: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with olive oil or alongside Mediterranean dishes.
Notes
- Yogurt Option: Adding yogurt to the dough helps keep the bread extra soft, but it’s optional. You can omit it if you prefer.
- Variation: For a more traditional Turkish flavor, try brushing the dough with a little garlic-infused olive oil before baking.
- Storage: The bread is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, wrap in foil and warm in the oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Freezing: You can freeze the baked bread for up to 1 month. To reheat, bake from frozen at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 small flatbread
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
