Here’s a simple and reliable air fryer flatbread recipe—soft, slightly chewy, and ready in minutes.
🫓 Air Fryer Flatbread (Basic Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp yogurt (or milk)
- 2 tbsp oil (plus a little for brushing)
- ~3/4 cup warm water (adjust as needed)
Optional add-ins
- Garlic powder or minced garlic
- Dried herbs (oregano, parsley, thyme)
- Nigella seeds or sesame seeds
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add yogurt and oil.
- Slowly add warm water and knead until you get a soft, smooth dough (not sticky).
- Cover and rest for 20–30 minutes.
2. Shape the flatbreads
- Divide dough into 4–6 equal balls.
- Roll each into a thin oval or circle (about 1/4 inch thick).
3. Preheat air fryer
- Preheat to 180°C (350°F) for 3–5 minutes.
4. Cook
- Lightly brush flatbread with oil.
- Place in air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd).
- Cook at 180°C for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Cook until golden spots appear and it puffs slightly.
5. Serve
Best served warm with:
- Hummus
- Curry
- Garlic butter
- Yogurt dips
🔥 Tips for better results
- Thinner dough = crispier flatbread
- Thicker dough = softer, puffier bread
- Don’t skip resting time—it improves texture
- If your air fryer runs hot, reduce time by 1–2 minutes
If you want, I can also give you:
- No-yeast version
- Whole wheat healthy version
- Pizza-style air fryer flatbread
