Here’s a soft, fluffy No-Oven Stovetop Bread recipe 🍞—perfect when you don’t have an oven or just want fresh bread fast.
🍞 No-Oven Stovetop Bread
⏱ Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Rest: 30–45 minutes
- Cook: 15 minutes
- Makes: 1 round loaf or 6–8 flatbreads
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive)
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and oil.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead 5 minutes until smooth.
2️⃣ Let It Rise
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes, until doubled in size.
3️⃣ Shape
- Punch down dough.
- Shape into a round loaf or divide into smaller balls.
4️⃣ Cook on the Stovetop
- Heat a heavy non-stick or cast-iron pan over low heat.
- Lightly oil the pan.
- Place dough in pan and cover with a lid.
- Cook 7–8 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden and cooked through.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve
- Cool slightly before slicing.
- Brush with butter for extra softness.
🌟 Tips for Success
- Low heat + lid is essential (creates an oven effect).
- Use a thick pan to avoid burning.
- Add herbs, garlic, or cheese for flavor.
- Store wrapped at room temperature for 1–2 days.
🔁 Variations
- No-yeast version: Replace yeast with 2 tsp baking powder (no rising time).
- Whole wheat: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour.
- Flatbread style: Roll thinner and cook 2–3 minutes per side.
If you’d like, I can share a 3-ingredient emergency stovetop bread, or a soft naan-style version made entirely in a pan.
