Filled Oven-Baked Flatbread Recipe

Filled Oven-Baked Flatbread is one of the most popular baked breads in traditional regional cooking. With variations such as minced meat, cheese, sausage-style meat, or cheese-and-herb fillings, it appeals to every taste. The soft dough, baked in the oven and combined with its savory filling, reaches its best flavor when served hot.

In this recipe, you will find the ingredients and step-by-step instructions needed to make soft and delicious filled flatbreads at home.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup warm milk

• ½ cup warm water

• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 packet instant yeast (10 g) or ½ packet fresh yeast

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Minced Meat Filling:

• 300 g ground beef

• 1 onion (finely chopped)

• 1 tomato (finely chopped)

• 1 green pepper (finely chopped)

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Other Filling Options:

• Cheese Filling: 1½ cups grated semi-hard melting cheese

• Sausage Filling: Sliced cured spiced sausage with grated semi-hard melting cheese

• Cheese and Herb Filling: White brined cheese mixed with chopped parsley

How to Make Filled Oven-Baked Flatbread

• Sift the flour into a large bowl and make a well in the center.

• Add the yeast, sugar, and warm milk, then let it rest for 5 minutes.

• Add the salt and olive oil and begin kneading.

• Gradually add the warm water and knead until a soft dough forms.

• Cover the dough and let it rise for about 1 hour.

Preparing the Filling

• Place the ground beef in a bowl.

• Add the chopped onion, green pepper, and tomato.

• Add the tomato paste, spices, and vegetable oil, then mix thoroughly.

Shaping and Baking

• Divide the risen dough into 4 equal portions.

• Roll each portion lengthwise into an oval flatbread shape.

• Spread the filling along the center and fold the edges inward to create a boat-shaped bread.

• Bake in a preheated 220°C (428°F) oven for 15–20 minutes, until lightly golden.

• Brush the edges with butter while hot for extra softness and flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the filled flatbreads hot. They pair well with a cold yogurt-based drink or a fresh tomato salad. Brushing with additional butter enhances both texture and richness.

With this easy and satisfying recipe, you can prepare delicious oven-baked flatbreads at home. Enjoy! 🥖🔥