💡 At a Glance
- •The Bread: Crispy on the outside, light and pillowy on the inside, and sprinkled with sesame seeds—perfect as a side or stuffed for homemade sandwiches and kebabs.
- •Prep Time: Quick, foolproof, and requires minimal hands-on effort.
- •Method: The yeast dough gets kneaded in your Thermomix® and proves right inside the covered mixing bowl—zero extra dishes!
We all love a good, warm flatbread—it’s amazingly delicious, delightfully crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and pairs effortlessly with almost any meal.
My homemade flatbread is super easy to whip up, light, and seriously delicious.
This quick flatbread makes a fantastic side for soups, cozy curries, and grilled meats, and it is out-of-this-world good stuffed with your favorite sandwich fillings.
If you’ve never baked bread from scratch before, this is the ultimate beginner recipe for you. It’s completely foolproof, so you really can’t go wrong!
In this super easy recipe with simple step-by-step instructions, I’ll show you how to whip up an absolutely delicious homemade flatbread in your Thermomix® in no time flat!
Why You’ll Love This Flatbread:
- Quick and easy to make.
- Super budget-friendly.
- Seriously delicious!
- Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside.
- Incredibly versatile.
- Perfect for stuffing to create your own homemade gyros or doner kebabs.
- The ultimate side dish for backyard BBQs.
- Great for dipping and serving alongside soups, curries, and cozy main dishes.
My Top Tips for Making Flatbread
Place an oven-safe dish filled with a little water on the bottom rack of your oven.
The extra steam helps the flatbread rise even better and gives it a wonderfully crispy crust.
Gluten-Free Option: Simply swap out the flour for your favorite 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour! 🙂
Fun Variations: Mix a few fresh herbs or a little minced garlic right into the dough.
You can also brush the warm, freshly baked flatbread with melted butter, herb butter, or garlic butter for an extra pop of flavor.
What Goes Best with Homemade Flatbread?
This delicious bread is such a versatile staple! It makes the ultimate side for scooping up cozy soups, hearty stews, or rich curries.
It’s also fantastic for dipping into fresh tzatziki or a creamy homemade aioli.
And of course, you can slice it open and stuff it with all your favorite fillings—think grilled meats, roasted veggies, or crisp greens—for a quick pita-style sandwich or gyro pouch!
How Long Does Homemade Flatbread Stay Fresh?
Stored in an airtight container or zip-top bag at room temperature, this flatbread stays soft and delicious for 2 to 3 days.
It also freezes like a dream! Just wrap it tightly, and it will keep well in the freezer for up to several months.
Once defrosted, pop it in a preheated oven for just a few minutes to bring back that warm, bakery-fresh texture.
Pro Tip: Have leftover flatbread that’s starting to dry out? Cut it into bite-sized pieces and turn it into homemade croutons! They make the absolute best crunchy topping for weekday soups and salads.
Ingredients You’ll Need for Homemade Flatbread
- 220 ml water
- ½ cube fresh yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 360 g all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Plus:
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp oil
- Sesame seeds (for sprinkling)
How to Make Homemade Flatbread
Instructions:
Add the water and sugar to the mixing bowl, then crumble in the yeast. Set to 2 min / 37°C / Speed 2.
Now add the flour, salt, and oil, and knead for 6 min / Dough Mode.
Turn off your Thermomix® and let the yeast dough rise right in the mixing bowl with the lid on for 30 minutes.
Scrape the dough out of the bowl onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, and use lightly floured fingers to gently shape it into a round flatbread.
Press a diamond or crisscross pattern into the top of the dough using a dough scraper or bench knife.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise one more time for 20 minutes. While it’s rising, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Mix the oil and milk together, then brush it generously over the top of the flatbread.
Sprinkle a handful of sesame seeds on top and bake on the bottom rack for 10–12 minutes, until beautifully golden brown.
Pull the flatbread out of the oven and immediately cover it with a kitchen towel.
Let it cool completely wrapped under the towel.
Pro Tip: Don’t skip this step! Covering it traps the steam and makes the flatbread ultra-soft and fluffy.
Enjoy!
Now it’s your turn—happy baking, and enjoy every bite!
If you loved this quick flatbread recipe, you’ll definitely want to check out my recipe for amazingly crispy waffles! 🙂
Happy cooking,
Christoph
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Thermomix Flatbread
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Zutaten
- 220 ml Water
- ½ cube Yeast
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 360 g All-purpose flour or bread flour
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
For topping:
- 1 tbsp Milk
- 1 tbsp Oil
- Etwas Sesame seeds
Zubereitung
- Add the water and sugar to the mixing bowl, then crumble in the yeast. Set to 2 min / 37°C / speed 2.
- Add the flour, salt, and olive oil, then knead for 6 min / Dough Mode.
- Turn off the Thermomix® and let the dough rise in the mixing bowl with the lid closed for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use lightly floured fingers to gently press and shape it into a round flatbread.
- Using a dough scraper or spatula, gently press a diamond grid pattern into the top of the dough.
- Cover the flatbread with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 230°C (top/bottom heat).
- Whisk the milk and oil together, then brush the mixture evenly over the flatbread.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and bake on the lower rack for 10–12 minutes, until gorgeously golden brown.
- Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately cover it with a kitchen towel. Let it cool completely while covered.
- Pro Tip: Don’t skip covering it with the towel—this step traps the steam to make sure your flatbread turns out wonderfully soft and fluffy!
Thermomix Flatbread
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Zutaten
- 220 ml Water
- ½ cube Yeast
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 360 g All-purpose flour or bread flour
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
For topping:
- 1 tbsp Milk
- 1 tbsp Oil
- Etwas Sesame seeds
Zubereitung
- Add the water and sugar to the mixing bowl, then crumble in the yeast. Set to 2 min / 37°C / speed 2.
- Add the flour, salt, and olive oil, then knead for 6 min / Dough Mode.
- Turn off the Thermomix® and let the dough rise in the mixing bowl with the lid closed for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use lightly floured fingers to gently press and shape it into a round flatbread.
- Using a dough scraper or spatula, gently press a diamond grid pattern into the top of the dough.
- Cover the flatbread with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise for another 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 230°C (top/bottom heat).
- Whisk the milk and oil together, then brush the mixture evenly over the flatbread.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and bake on the lower rack for 10–12 minutes, until gorgeously golden brown.
- Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately cover it with a kitchen towel. Let it cool completely while covered.
- Pro Tip: Don't skip covering it with the towel—this step traps the steam to make sure your flatbread turns out wonderfully soft and fluffy!
