🛒 Ingredients
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for nuttier flavor)
1 tsp baking powder (the magic rise-maker)
½ tsp salt
¾ cup (180ml) warm water (plus more if needed)
Optional: 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for tenderness)
🔥 Pro Tip: No buttermilk? Mix 1 tbsp vinegar + ¾ cup milk — let sit 5 mins for tangy twist!
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Dough
In a bowl, whisk together:
Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Add warm water (and optional oil).
Stir with a spoon, then use hands to form a soft, slightly sticky dough.
✅ Add more flour, 1 tbsp at a time, if too wet.
2️⃣ Knead (Just a Little)
Turn onto floured surface.
Knead 1–2 minutes until smooth.
Let rest 5–10 minutes (helps softness).
3️⃣ Divide & Roll
Divide into 4–6 equal balls.
Roll each into a circle (~¼ inch thick).
✂️ Use a glass or jar lid to cut clean rounds.
4️⃣ Cook on Stovetop
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
Place one flatbread in the dry pan.
Cook 1–2 minutes until bubbles form and bottom has golden brown spots.
Flip and cook 1–2 more minutes until puffed and cooked through.
🔥 Don’t walk away — they burn fast!
5️⃣ Serve Warm
Brush with butter or drizzle with honey.
Eat immediately — best when fresh and steamy.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
As “tacos” with beans, cheese, and greens
Tear and dip into marinara or hummus
Top with jam or cinnamon sugar for sweet version
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🍯 Sweet Version: Add 1 tbsp sugar + cinnamon to dough — serve with honey
🧄 Garlic Bread Twist: Brush cooked bread with garlic butter
🌶️ Spicy Kick: Add ½ tsp chili flakes or cumin to dough
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Cook ahead, reheat in toaster or pan
❄️ Freeze It! Stack with parchment paper, freeze — reheat in oven or microwave
🌾 Gluten-Free? Use 1:1 GF flour blend + ½ tsp xanthan gum
🧠 Why This Works So Well
Baking powder = instant lift – No yeast, no wait
Dry skillet cooking = no oil needed, crispy edges
Simple ingredients = maximum flavor for minimum cost
Stovetop method = faster than oven baking
It’s not magic — it’s old-school wisdom made simple. ✨
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Things Are Simple & Filling
You don’t need rare ingredients or hours in the kitchen to make something truly special.
Just good flour, real salt, and love.
This penny bread proves that great food doesn’t have to be fancy — it just needs to feed you, comfort you, and taste like home.
So next time you’re staring into the fridge wondering what to make…
Grab that flour.
Whip up this easy recipe.
And let your kitchen fill with the scent of warm dough and joy.
Because great food doesn’t have to cost much —
It just has to taste like it came from the heart. 💛
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