Description
A simple, no-fuss recipe for homemade garlic flatbreads that are soft with crispy edges and infused with flavorful garlic butter. Ready in under an hour, perfect for dipping, wrapping, or eating straight up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
- 2¼ teaspoons (one packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup (240ml) warm water (105-110°F / 40-43°C)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced fine
- Pinch of salt
- Sprinkle of fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Proof the yeast: Pour 1 cup (240ml) of warm water into a mixing bowl. Sprinkle the yeast (2¼ tsp) over the top. Stir gently and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Make the dough: Add 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until soft and slightly sticky, adding flour or water as needed.
- Let it rise: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rest in a warm spot until it doubles in size, about 30 minutes.
- Shape and cook the flatbreads: Punch down the dough and divide into 6 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball and flatten into a 6-inch circle on a floured surface. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each flatbread 2-3 minutes on one side until bubbles form and golden spots appear, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes more.
- Brush with garlic butter and serve: Mix melted butter with minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and parsley. Brush each warm flatbread generously with garlic butter. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use water at 105-110°F (40-43°C) to activate yeast properly. Double the garlic in the butter for extra flavor. Use a cast iron skillet for best texture. Store leftovers wrapped in foil or cloth to keep soft. Reheat in skillet or microwave with damp paper towel.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: garlic flatbreads, homemade flatbread, easy bread recipe, garlic butter bread, quick flatbread, skillet bread