No-Oven Stovetop Bread 🍞
Perfect for when you don't have an oven!
📋 Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- warm water
- sugar
- active dry yeast
- olive oil
📝 Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
2. Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture, milk, and olive oil. Stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
3. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise: Grease a bowl with a little olive oil, place the dough inside, and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a round loaf or divide it into smaller portions if you'd like individual breads.
6. Second Rise: Cover the shaped dough with a towel and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
7. Cook the Bread: Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-low heat and lightly grease it with olive oil. Place the dough in the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Flip the bread, cover again, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the other side is golden and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
8. Serve: Remove the bread from the skillet and let it cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.
A Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours | Kcal: Approximately 200 kcal per serving | Servings: 8 servings