Soft Layered Skillet Flatbread (Stuffed or Plain)

🥣 Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 tablespoon instant yeast

• 1½ cups (360 ml) warm milk

• 2 tablespoons yogurt

• 3 tablespoons oil or melted butter

For Layering:

• ½ cup softened butter (or margarine)

Optional Filling Ideas:

• Shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• Mashed potatoes with herbs

• Spinach + feta

• Cooked minced meat with onions

• Sweet option: sugar + butter

👩‍🍳 Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.

2. Add warm milk, yogurt, and oil.

3. Mix until a soft dough forms.

4. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour (until doubled in size).

🔄 Step 2: Divide & Shape

1. Punch down the dough.

2. Divide into 8–10 equal balls.

3. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

🧈 Step 3: Create the Layers (Important!)

1. Roll one ball into a thin circle (about dinner plate size).

2. Spread softened butter over the surface.

3. Fold into a roll (like a log).

4. Coil the log into a spiral (like a cinnamon roll).

5. Let rest for 10 minutes.

6. Gently roll it out again into a round flatbread.

👉 This layering step gives the flaky texture seen in the photo.

🧀 Step 4: Add Filling (Optional)

If stuffing:

• Place filling in center before folding into a roll.

• Seal edges well before coiling.

🔥 Step 5: Cook

1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.

2. Place flatbread in dry pan.

3. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear.

4. Brush lightly with butter while hot.

🥞 Step 6: Stack & Serve

Stack them on a plate and cover with a towel to keep soft.

Serve warm with:

• Honey or jam

• Garlic butter

• Yogurt dip

• Curry or stew

💡 Tips for Perfect Layers

✔ Dough should be soft, not stiff
✔ Resting between steps makes rolling easier
✔ Cook on medium heat (too high burns outside, leaves inside raw)
✔ Brush with butter immediately after cooking