🥣 The Base: 2-Ingredient Dough Recipe
Makes enough for 1 large flatbread, pizza, or 6–8 small items
🛒 Ingredients
1 cup (120g) self-rising flour
No self-rising? Make your own: 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt
1 cup (240g) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat = best texture)
Not Greek? Use sour cream or even cottage cheese (blended smooth)
👩🍳 How to Make It – Step by Step
1️⃣ Mix
In a bowl, combine flour and Greek yogurt.
Stir with a spoon until shaggy, then bring together with your hands.
2️⃣ Knead (Just a Little!)
Knead on a lightly floured surface for 1–2 minutes, just until smooth and no longer sticky.
Don’t overwork — this isn’t traditional bread dough!
3️⃣ Rest (Optional but Helpful)
Cover and let rest 5–10 minutes — makes it easier to roll out.
4️⃣ Shape & Bake
Roll, stretch, or shape as needed.
Bake at 375°F–425°F (190°C–220°C) for 12–20 minutes, depending on thickness, until golden.
🔥 Pro Tip: Brush with melted butter or olive oil before baking for extra flavor and shine!
🍕 10 Amazing Things You Can Make With 2-Ingredient Dough
Flatbreads or Naan
Roll into circles, cook in a skillet 2–3 mins per side until puffed and charred
Pizza Crust
Press into a greased pan, pre-bake 8 mins, add toppings, bake 10–12 more mins
Bagels
Shape into rings, boil 1 min in water, bake 18–20 mins at 425°F
Soft Pretzels
Twist into pretzel shapes, dip in baking soda water, bake until deep golden
Cinnamon Rolls
Roll thin, spread with butter, cinnamon-sugar, roll up, slice, bake, glaze
Garlic Bread Twists
Cut strips, brush with garlic butter, twist, sprinkle with Parmesan, bake
Pretzel Bites
Cut into cubes, dip in baking soda bath, bake, serve with mustard or cheese dip
Mini Pizzas
Cut dough into rounds, top with sauce & cheese, bake until bubbly
Savory Herb Crackers
Roll paper-thin, cut, sprinkle with herbs & sea salt, bake until crisp
Dessert Dumplings
Drop spoonfuls into simmering fruit compote (like apple or cherry)
🍯 Bonus: Add honey, lemon zest, or vanilla for sweet versions!
🧠 Why It Works So Well (Kitchen Science!)
Greek yogurt = moisture + acidity → activates baking powder for lift
Self-rising flour = built-in leavening → no yeast needed
High protein & fat content = tender crumb, not dense or gummy
The result? A dough that puffs slightly, browns beautifully, and tastes rich and satisfying — despite having only two main ingredients.
🌈 Variations & Pro Tips
🍯 Sweet Version: Add 1 tbsp honey + ½ tsp vanilla extract
🧄 Savory Boost: Mix in garlic powder, dried herbs, or grated cheese
🌶️ Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika
🧊 Make-Ahead: Refrigerate dough up to 2 days or freeze shaped pieces for later
🥛 Dairy-Free? Try coconut yogurt + gluten-free self-rising blend (results may vary)
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Recipes Are the Simplest
In a world full of complicated baking projects and endless ingredient lists, this 2-ingredient dough is a beautiful reminder: you don’t need much to create something truly delicious.
Whether you're making midnight pizza, breakfast cinnamon rolls, or DIY flatbreads for taco night — this dough says yes.
So next time you’re staring into the fridge wondering what to make…
Grab that tub of Greek yogurt and a bag of flour.
Because dinner — or dessert — might be just two ingredients away. 💛