Cheese Flatbread Recipe
Make Cheese Flatbread Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Flatbread Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 7
Shape the Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into two equal pieces and roll each piece into a flat circle or rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Toppings
Place the shaped flatbreads on a baking sheet or a pizza peel if using a pizza stone. Brush each flatbread with olive oil. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the surface, then add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, basil, salt, and black pepper.
- 9
Bake
Transfer the flatbreads to the oven (or onto the pizza stone). Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Remove the flatbreads from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve warm.
