Homemade flatbread does not need yeast, complicated kneading, or a long list of ingredients. With a few pantry staples, you can make soft, flexible flatbreads for breakfast, wraps, dips, quick lunches, or an easy dinner.
From protein-rich cottage cheese flatbread to naturally sweet banana and sweet potato versions, these recipes are simple enough for everyday cooking.
1. Yogurt Flatbread
Soft, fluffy and one of the easiest flatbreads to make.
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
Method: Mix the flour and yogurt into a soft dough. Knead briefly, divide into portions and roll out. Cook in a hot dry skillet for about 2 minutes per side, until golden spots appear.
Great for: Wraps, dips, sandwiches and curry.
2. Chapati
A simple whole-wheat flatbread that works with almost any savory meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole-wheat flour
- About ½ cup warm water
- ¼ tsp salt
Method: Mix flour and salt, gradually adding enough water to form a soft dough. Rest for 15–20 minutes. Divide, roll thinly and cook on a hot skillet until browned on both sides.
Great for: Curries, lentils, vegetables and wraps.
3. Banana Flatbread
A slightly sweet flatbread that’s especially good for breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- About 1 cup flour
- Pinch of salt
Method: Mash the banana until smooth. Add flour gradually until you have a soft, workable dough. Roll into small flatbreads and cook in a lightly greased skillet until golden on each side.
Try it with: Yogurt, nut butter, cinnamon or fresh fruit.
4. Cottage Cheese Flatbread
A protein-rich option with a soft center and lightly crisp edges.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup flour
Method: Blend the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth, then stir in the flour. Spoon or spread portions onto a lightly greased skillet and cook over medium-low heat until set and golden on both sides.
Great for: Breakfast sandwiches, savory toppings or a higher-protein snack.
5. Sweet Potato Flatbread
Naturally colorful, soft and mildly sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked mashed sweet potato
- About 1 cup flour
- ½ tsp salt
Method: Mix the sweet potato with salt and enough flour to make a soft dough. Divide and roll into rounds. Cook in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side.
Great for: Hummus, eggs, avocado or spicy fillings.
6. Chickpea Flatbread
Made with chickpea flour, this savory flatbread has a pleasantly nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 cup water
- ½ tsp salt
Method: Whisk everything together until smooth. Let the batter rest for about 10–15 minutes. Pour a thin layer into a lightly oiled hot skillet and cook until firm and golden, then flip.
Great for: Vegetables, hummus, salads and Mediterranean-style meals.
7. Lentil Flatbread
An easy flour-free option made from red lentils.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1 cup water
- ½ tsp salt
Method: Soak the lentils in the water for several hours or overnight. Blend the lentils and soaking water until completely smooth. Add salt. Pour into a lightly greased skillet and cook like pancakes until golden on both sides.
Great for: Savory wraps, vegetable fillings and dips.
A Few Flatbread Tips
Keep the dough soft rather than adding too much flour. Use a well-heated skillet so the breads cook quickly without becoming dry. Cooked flatbreads can also be stacked under a clean kitchen towel to help keep them soft.