If you’re short on time but craving something warm, soft, and bursting with flavor, these 10-minute garlic flatbreads are the answer. No yeast, no oven — just a handful of simple ingredients and a hot skillet. These flatbreads are soft on the inside, golden on the outside, and brushed with garlicky herb oil for an irresistible finish.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or base for wraps and mini pizzas, this easy flatbread recipe is your new kitchen favorite.
Ingredients – What You’ll Need
For the Flatbreads:
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350 g all-purpose flour (about 2¾ cups)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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A pinch of salt
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60 ml oil (about 4 tablespoons – olive oil or vegetable oil)
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120 ml water (½ cup)
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For the Garlic Herb Brushing Oil:
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1–2 cloves pressed garlic (adjust to taste)
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1–2 tablespoons oil (for brushing)
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Fresh or dried herbs (like parsley, cilantro, or rosemary – optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions – How to Make Garlic Flatbreads
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the oil and water to the dry ingredients.
Mix and knead by hand (or with a dough hook) until the dough comes together and is smooth.
Tip: If the dough is sticky, sprinkle in a little extra flour. If it’s too dry, add a touch more water.
Step 2: Shape the Flatbreads
Pinch off small dough portions and roll them into balls.
On a floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a round flatbread, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick, depending on your preference.
Step 3: Cook the Flatbreads
Heat a non-stick skillet or pan over medium heat.
Once hot, place one flatbread in the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown with spots and slightly puffed.
Repeat with the remaining dough.
Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan. Cook one or two at a time depending on your pan size.
Step 4: Make the Garlic Herb Oil
In a small bowl, mix together:
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A little oil (1–2 tbsp)
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Pressed garlic (to taste)
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Chopped herbs like parsley, cilantro, or rosemary
This creates your flavor-packed brushing oil.
Step 5: Brush and Serve
As soon as each flatbread is done cooking, brush the garlic herb oil over the top while still warm.
This infuses the bread with rich, aromatic flavor that’s hard to resist.
Recipe Summary
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Cook Time: 5 minutes
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Total Time: 10 minutes
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Servings: 6–8 flatbreads (depending on size)
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Calories per flatbread: ~180 kcal (estimate)
How to Serve Garlic Flatbreads
These quick garlic flatbreads are incredibly versatile! Try them as:
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A base for personal pizzas
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A side for soups and stews
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A wrap for sandwiches or gyros
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Served with hummus, tzatziki, or baba ganoush
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A dipper for curries, chili, or shakshuka
Final Thoughts
If you’ve never made homemade flatbreads before, this is the perfect recipe to start with. No rising, no resting — just quick mixing, rolling, and frying. These 10-minute garlic flatbreads are soft, chewy, and full of garlicky flavor with every bite.
