I Had No Idea You Could Make Bread With Just 2 Ingredients! (And You Can Too)

 

Raise your hand if you’ve ever looked at a loaf of fresh bread and thought:
“I could never make that.”

No sourdough starter.
No kneading for 20 minutes.
No fancy equipment.

But here’s the truth:
👉 You can make real, fluffy, golden bread with just two ingredients — and it starts in your refrigerator.

Meet the viral favorite: 2-Ingredient Flatbread or No-Knead Yogurt Bread — a minimalist miracle that turns Greek yogurt and self-rising flour into something warm, soft, and totally shareable.

Let’s make bread so simple, even beginners will feel like bakers.

Because real cooking isn’t about complexity.
It’s about confidence — one surprising recipe at a time. 💛

🔥 What Are the Two Ingredients?
Simple as it sounds:

1. Greek Yogurt (plain, full-fat) – 1 cup
Why? It provides moisture, protein, and acts as a natural leavening agent when combined with baking powder

2. Self-Rising Flour – 1 cup
Why? It already contains flour, baking powder, and salt — the lift you need without adding anything extra

✅ That’s it.
No yeast.
No eggs.
No oil.
Just two staples you might already have.

🌱 Dairy-free option? Try thick coconut yogurt + homemade self-rising flour (see below)

🧑‍🍳 Easy 2-Ingredient Bread Recipe
🍴 Ingredients (Makes 1 small loaf or 6 flatbreads)

1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat works best)
1 cup self-rising flour
✨ Optional add-ins (after mastering the base):

Garlic powder, herbs, cheese, seeds
🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Dough
In a bowl, combine yogurt and flour.
Stir with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Use hands to gently knead 2–3 times until smooth (don’t overwork).
💡 The dough will be soft but manageable — like playdough.

Step 2: Shape & Rest
Roll into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Flatten slightly into a round loaf (about 1-inch thick).
Let rest 10–15 minutes while oven preheats.
Step 3: Bake
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Cool 5 minutes before slicing.
🔥 Pro Tip: For flatbreads (like naan), divide dough into 6 pieces, roll thin, and cook in a hot skillet 2–3 minutes per side.

✅ Tips for Success
Use full-fat Greek yogurt
Holds structure better than low-fat or plant-based (unless specially formulated)
Don’t skip resting
Helps gluten relax and rise evenly
Check oven temperature
An oven thermometer ensures accuracy
Store in airtight container
Stays fresh 2–3 days; freeze slices for longer storage

🔄 Easy Variations to Try
Garlic-Herb Bread
Add 1 tsp garlic powder + rosemary or thyme
Cheesy Pull-Apart Loaf
Fold in shredded cheddar before baking
Sweet Cinnamon Version
Add 1 tbsp honey + cinnamon swirl
Veggie-Studded Loaf
Mix in sun-dried tomatoes, olives, or spinach
Make It Gluten-Free
Use GF self-rising flour blend + xanthan gum if needed

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I use regular yogurt?
Not ideal — regular yogurt has more water and may make the dough too wet. Strain it first (cheesecloth or coffee filter) to thicken.

❓ Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes! Use a gluten-free self-rising flour blend (check label — should include baking powder and salt).

❓ Why didn’t my bread rise?
Old baking powder in flour
Overmixing
Oven not hot enough
📌 Test your self-rising flour: pinch some in water — it should bubble.