Description
Garlic Cheese Flatbread is a warm, cheesy, and flavor-packed treat that combines soft, fluffy bread with rich garlic butter and gooey melted cheese. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or quick snack, this easy homemade flatbread delivers crispy edges and a tender center with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough:
- 1 (.25 oz) envelope active dry yeast
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 2 cups bread flour
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Topping:
- ⅓ cup salted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Activate Yeast:
In a bowl, mix lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. - Prepare Dough:
In another bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms. - Knead Dough:
Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. - First Rise:
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size. - Shape Flatbread:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll dough into a flatbread shape and place on a baking tray. - Add Toppings:
Mix butter with garlic powder and spread evenly over the dough. Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheese on top. - Bake:
Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden, bubbly, and slightly crispy. - Serve:
Let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic instead of powder for a stronger flavor.
- Add herbs like parsley or oregano for extra aroma.
- For a crispier crust, bake on a preheated baking stone or tray.
- You can mix cheeses (cheddar, feta) for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+1 hour rise)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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