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    3 Ingredient Flatbread - No yeast

    Published: Sep 26, 2021 · Modified: Jun 20, 2022 by Jeri Walker · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    A stack of soft homemade 3 ingredient flatbread, cooked until light brown spots form, placed on a wooden cutting with a rolling pin beside it.
    A stack of soft homemade 3 ingredient flatbread, cooked until light brown spots form, placed on a wooden cutting with a rolling pin beside it.

    This homemade 3 ingredient flatbread (no yeast) is warm, fluffy, and delicious. This easy flatbread recipe is super easy to make, contains real ingredients, and has absolutely no preservatives. It is super soft, pliable, and is perfect for carnitas tacos, fish tacos, burritos, fajitas, and taquitos. You can also use no yeast flatbread to make pizza dough for flatbread pizza and wraps. No special equipment is required, except for a rolling pin and a skillet. Best of all, you can make homemade flatbread in only 30 minutes!

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    I have been making this flatbread recipe for my family for the last 8 years. I used to buy pre-made flatbread from Costco until a bag of flatbread made its way to the back of the fridge and was forgotten about for a few months. (Don't judge me, life was hectic back then). 😉

    When I discovered the long-forgotten flatbread, I expected it to be a little green and fuzzy. Guess what? It looked the same as the fresh ones and was soft and pliable.

    What the heck? That made me wonder how many preservatives must be in there! Gross! From that day on, I have never again bought flatbread or tortilla shells.

    It was around that same time I started making homemade bread, buns, and bagels as well. So I began making flatbread, too! It makes me feel good knowing what ingredients are in the food I serve to my family.

    My kids used to love helping roll out the flatbread with the rolling pin too! This recipe is perfect for getting children to help in the kitchen. 🙂

    For another easy bread recipe without yeast, try my delicious Irish Soda Bread Without Buttermilk!

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    • What is flatbread?
    • Is flatbread healthier than regular bread?
    • Ingredients
    • How to make 3 ingredient flatbread
    • Top Tips
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
    • What do I do with flatbread?
    • More Bread Recipes
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    What is flatbread?

    Flatbread is bread made with flour, water, milk, yogurt, other liquid, and salt, then thoroughly rolled into flattened dough. It is then baked in an oven, cooked on a hot skillet or metal griddle, and eaten fresh or packaged and frozen for later use. Some flatbread uses baking powder, self-raising flour, plain yogurt, or Greek yogurt. It is egg-free and yeast-free.

    This recipe for flatbread contains no yeast, no baking powder, and no yogurt. It is easy to make, and no time is required for it to rise. Just make the dough and start cooking the flatbread!

    Soft and pliable homemade 3 ingredient flatbread with no yeast, stacked on a wooden cutting board

    Is flatbread healthier than regular bread?

    There isn't much nutritional difference between bread and flatbread; both contain similar ingredients, except bread contains yeast, and flatbread does not. Nutrition labels show similar nutritional profiles for one flatbread and two slices of baked bread. However, homemade flatbread is healthier than regular store-bought bread as you can control what ingredients go into it.

    Ingredients

    Only 3 ingredients are required to make this soft flatbread (not including the optional salt).


    This flatbread recipe will make about sixteen 9-inch flatbreads, which is more than enough to feed a family of 5! Similarly, it will make about twenty 7-inch flatbreads.

    Ingredients for 3 ingredient flatbread measured out and put in bowls, flour, butter, and milk
    • All-purpose flour
    • Milk
    • Butter
    • Salt, optional

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    How to make 3 ingredient flatbread

    To make flatbread, add milk and butter to a small saucepan. Heat mixture over low-medium heat until butter is melted. Remove the saucepan from the heat.

    Next, add flour and salt to a medium-size bowl and mix well. A KitchenAid mixer is handy if you have one.

    Add the warmed milk and butter mixture, and mix well with the flour until the dough forms a smooth, round ball.

    Butter and milk for flatbread in saucepan until it melts and warms
    Milk and butter added to flour to make 3 ingredient flatbread
    Mix 3 ingredients for flatbread recipe until a smooth ball of dough forms

    Divide the dough in half. Then, cut each half in half. Divide each half into 4 balls. You will have 16 balls of dough. Cover with plastic wrap to keep the dough warm.

    On a floured work surface, spread out extra flour, and roll out each ball of dough until it just starts to become translucent, about ⅛" thickness. If you are quite particular with the appearance of your flatbread, lay a 9" plate or bowl on the rolled out dough and use a butter knife to cut around it. This will give you a perfect circle. If you aren't particular about it, don't bother.

    After the flatbread is rolled out, stack them in 2 stacks with no more than 8 flatbreads in each stack, with plastic wrap between each flatbread to prevent them from sticking together.

    Divide flatbread dough into equal sized balls of dough
    Roll out flatbread dough with rolling pin until desired size
    Stack uncooked flatbrad dough between plastic wrap to prevent them sticking together

    Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 or 2 tablespoons of olive oil to grease the pan to prevent sticking. Next, cook each flatbread just until it gets golden brown spots, about 1-2 minutes. Flip the flatbread and cook for 1 minute on the other side. Remove to a plate and cover with a tea towel to keep warm. Repeat for remaining flatbreads.

    Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

    Hint: Do not cook the flatbread too long; otherwise, it will break when you bend them, and they won't roll as nicely. They cook fast, so watch it closely!

    Cook the flatbread dough on a skillet or griddle over medium heat until brown spots begin to form
    These flatbreads were not cut out using a plate; that is why they are uneven, but they taste great!

    Top Tips

    • Keep the balls of dough covered, so they do not dry out. The flatbread dough is really pliable and easy to roll out when it is warm.
    • Don't cook the flatbread too long as it will dry and crack and won't bend easily. Instead, Cook until they have light golden brown spots.

    Substitutions

    You can easily adjust this 3 ingredient flatbread recipe to suit your tastes.

    • Flour - Use ½ whole wheat flour and ½ all-purpose flour
    • Butter - Use margarine instead of butter
    • Milk - You can substitute your favorite milk for dairy milk. You can also use 1 cup of water and ½ cup of half-and-half instead of straight milk. This gives it a richer taste.

    Variations

    To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.

    To make it vegan, use almond milk instead of dairy milk, and margarine or olive oil instead of butter.

    You can also change up the flavor of this flatbread recipe by adding your favorite seasonings to the flatbread dough. Some great ones to try are:

    • Garlic powder
    • Parsley
    • Italiano seasoning

    Equipment

    To make this easy flatbread recipe, you will need mixing bowls, a rolling pin, and a skillet or griddle.

    Storage

    Fridge: Flatbread dough will keep in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cooked flatbread keeps best at room temperature for about 2 days. If you have leftovers, it is best to freeze it.

    Freezer: Flatbread can be frozen (once cooled) in a Ziploc bag for up to one month. To reheat, wrap them in a damp tea towel and microwave until warm. This moist towel helps keep the flatbread soft and pliable.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    Is flatbread the same as pita bread?

    Flatbread is a flat, thin bread that is a staple in many cultures. Pita is a soft, slightly leavened flatbread used in Mediterranean, Balkan, and Middle Eastern cuisine. The major difference between pita and flatbread is that flatbreads are often unleavened, whereas pita is slightly leavened.

    Why is my homemade flatbread hard?

    It is essential to measure the ingredients properly and do not cook the flatbread too long. If it cooks too long, it will have a hard and crusty exterior. Do not overcook it. Flatbread only needs to be cooked until light brown spots start to form.

    Can I make flatbread dough the night before?

    This flatbread dough can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge in an airtight container until you are ready to use it.

    How do I reheat homemade flatbread?

    Heat flatbread on the griddle to warm them or wrap them in aluminum foil and heat in a 325 degree F oven until warm, about 6-8 minutes. Or wrap them in a damp tea towel and microwave until warm. This moist towel helps keep the flatbread soft and pliable.

    How do tortillas and flatbread differ?

    Tortilla shells have no leavening agents (baking powder or yeast), so this flatbread recipe is similar to a tortilla recipe.

    What do I do with flatbread?

    You will love this homemade 3 ingredient flatbread recipe. Some ways you can use it are:

    • Make Carnitas Tacos with Authentic Pico de Gallo.
    • Make Tilapia in Air Fryer - No Breading (Keto-Friendly) and Peach Pico de Gallo and turn it into a delicious fish taco.
    • Turn flatbread into a beef taco and add some Homemade Salsa on top. Yum!
    • Make burritos.
    • Flatbread is perfect for making homemade Crunchwrap Supremes.
    • Make a delicious breakfast wrap with scrambled eggs, bacon, peppers, and cheese.
    • Use flatbread in place of any tortilla shells or wraps for any recipe.
    3 ingredient flatbread used for fish tacos with tilapia and peach pico de gallo
    3 ingredient flatbread for fish tacos.
    3 ingredient flatbread used in carnitos tacos, topped with sliced jalapeno pepper on a yellow plate
    3 ingredient flatbread for carnitas tacos.

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    If you’ve tried this 3 Ingredient Flatbread (No yeast) or any other recipe, please take a moment to rate the recipe and leave a comment letting me know how you liked it. I love hearing from you!

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    Soft homemade 3 ingredient flatbread, with the top one folded in half, sitting on a cutting board.

    3 Ingredient Flatbread - No yeast

    This homemade 3 ingredient flatbread (no yeast) is warm, fluffy, and delicious. This easy flatbread recipe is super easy to make, contains real ingredients, and has absolutely no preservatives. It is super soft, pliable, and is perfect for carnitas tacos, fish tacos, burritos, fajitas, and taquitos. You can also use no yeast flatbread to make pizza dough for flatbread pizza and wraps. No special equipment is required, except for a rolling pin and a skillet. Best of all, you can make homemade flatbread in only 30 minutes!
    5 from 47 votes
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    Course: All Recipes, Breakfast, Main Course, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 16 flatbreads
    Calories: 207kcal
    Author: Jeri Walker
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    Equipment

    • Frying pan
    • Rolling Pin
    • Mixing bowls

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup butter or margarine
    • 1½ cups milk
    • 1 teaspoon salt optional
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil for oiling the skillet

    Instructions

    • Add milk and butter to a small saucepan. Heat over low-medium heat until the butter is melted. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
    • Next, add flour and salt to a medium-size bowl and mix well. A KitchenAid mixer is handy if you have one. Add the warmed milk and butter mixture, and mix well with the flour until the dough forms a smooth, round ball.
    • Divide dough in half. Then, cut each half in half. Divide each half into 4 balls. You will have 16 balls of dough. Cover with plastic wrap to keep the dough warm.
    • On a floured work surface, spread out extra flour, and roll out each ball of dough until it just starts to become translucent, about ⅛" thickness. If you are quite particular with the appearance of your flatbread, lay a 9" plate or bowl on the rolled out dough and use a butter knife to cut around it. This will give you a perfect circle. If you aren't particular about it, don't bother.
    • After the flatbread is rolled out, stack them in 2 stacks with no more than 8 flatbreads in each stack, with plastic wrap between each flatbread to prevent them from sticking together.
    • Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 or 2 tablespoons of olive oil to grease the pan to prevent sticking. Cook each flatbread just until it starts to get golden brown spots, about 1-2 minutes. Flip the flatbread and cook for 1 minute on the other side.
    • Remove cooked flatbread to a plate and cover with a tea towel to keep warm. Repeat for remaining flatbreads.
    • Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

    Notes

    Nutritional information is approximate and is meant as a guideline only.
    Top Tips:
    • Keep the balls of dough covered, so they do not dry out. The flatbread dough is really pliable and easy to roll out when it is warm.
    • Don't cook the flatbread too long as it will dry and crack and won't bend easily. Instead, Cook until they have light golden brown spots.
    Storage:
    Fridge: Flatbread dough will keep in an airtight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cooked flatbread keeps best at room temperature for about 2 days. If you have leftovers, it is best to freeze it.
    Freezer: Flatbread can also be frozen (once completely cooled) in a Ziploc bag for up to one month. To reheat, wrap them in a damp tea towel and microwave until warm. This moist towel helps keep the flatbread soft and pliable.
    Variations:
    • To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
    • To make it vegan, use almond milk instead of dairy milk, and margarine or olive oil instead of butter.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4.7g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 0.8g | Sugar: 3.9g | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 1mg
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    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended

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    Comments

    1. Rose

      July 31, 2022 at 10:43 am

      Thanks for the flat bread recipe that uses milk instead of sour cream or yogurt .

      Reply
      • Jeri

        July 31, 2022 at 10:48 am

        You are so welcome, Rose! I'm so glad you liked it! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Serena

      September 27, 2021 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      So simple! Looking forward to these with pulled pork tacos. Yum!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        September 28, 2021 at 7:14 am

        Yum! It will be delicious!

        Reply
    3. Freya

      September 27, 2021 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      I love this quick and simple flatbread recipe and they’re so versatile!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        September 28, 2021 at 7:15 am

        Simple and quick is what I love!

        Reply
    4. Audrey

      September 27, 2021 at 10:40 am

      5 stars
      These were so easy!

      Reply
      • Jeri

        September 28, 2021 at 7:16 am

        Awesome!

        Reply
    5. Jerika

      September 27, 2021 at 9:48 am

      5 stars
      I'm excited to try this homemade 3 ingredient flatbread - no yeast! Thanks!:)

      Reply
      • Jeri

        September 28, 2021 at 7:16 am

        You are welcome, I hope you like it as much as we do!

        Reply

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