Description
This Garlic Butter Flatbread recipe is a quick and easy homemade bread option with a soft, fluffy texture and a rich, garlicky butter topping. Perfect as a side for soups, salads, or as a snack, these flatbreads are cooked on the stovetop for a beautifully golden and slightly charred finish.
Ingredients
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Flatbread Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup warm water (more if needed)
Garlic Butter
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Form Dough: Add the plain yogurt and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Gradually pour in the warm water while mixing to create a soft dough. Adjust the dough’s consistency by adding more water if too dry or more flour if too sticky.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a towel and allow it to rest for 20 minutes to relax the gluten and make rolling easier.
- Shape Flatbreads: Divide the rested dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten each ball into a 1/4-inch thick circle using a rolling pin.
- Cook Flatbreads: Preheat a nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each flatbread for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown with light charring and puffed up.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe container, melt the unsalted butter along with the minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley to incorporate flavor.
- Brush Flatbreads: While the flatbreads are still hot, generously brush each one with the prepared garlic butter to infuse it with garlicky richness.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter flatbreads immediately for the best texture and flavor. Alternatively, keep them warm by wrapping in a clean kitchen towel until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for a thicker dough.
- If the dough is too sticky, add flour a tablespoon at a time; if too dry, add warm water gradually.
- Use fresh garlic in the butter for the best aroma and flavor.
- Cook flatbreads on medium-high heat for proper charring without burning.
- These flatbreads are best served fresh but can be reheated in a skillet or oven.
