This quick and easy stovetop bread is inspired by traditional Bazlama, a soft and fluffy Turkish flatbread. It’s made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in a pan — no oven required! Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a side with your favorite dishes. The outside is lightly golden while the inside stays soft, airy, and delicious. Once you try this homemade bread, you’ll want to make it every day!
📝 Description
Bazlama is a traditional Turkish flatbread known for its thick, soft texture and slightly chewy bite. Unlike thin flatbreads, this bread puffs up beautifully on the stovetop. It’s commonly enjoyed warm with butter, cheese, or dips. This 10-minute version is beginner-friendly and requires no special equipment — just a bowl and a pan!
🥣 Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup warm milk
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Extra flour (for dusting)
- Butter (optional, for brushing)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Activate the Yeast
In a bowl, combine warm milk, warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. - Prepare the Dough
Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms. - Knead
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. - Quick Rest
Cover and let it rest for 10–15 minutes in a warm place. - Divide & Shape
Divide the dough into 4–6 equal pieces. Roll each into a thick round (about ½ inch thick). - Cook on Stovetop
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook each flatbread for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed. - Brush & Serve
Brush with butter while warm and serve immediately.
💡 Tips for Perfect Bazlama
✔ Make sure the milk and water are warm — not hot — to activate the yeast properly.
✔ If the dough feels sticky, add a little flour gradually while kneading.
✔ Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks.
✔ Store in an airtight container to keep soft.
✔ Reheat lightly on a pan for fresh taste.