Can I make bread with Greek yogurt?

Totally. I’ve done it on those nights when I needed something fast and had zero interest in messing with yeast. Greek yogurt makes the dough soft and easy, and in this Greek yogurt flour garlic bread , it’s the reason it turns out tender and flavorful with hardly any work.

What does adding yogurt to bread dough do?

Yogurt keeps it soft, helps the bread rise a bit, and adds a subtle tang I really love. It's one of those simple things that makes the final loaf feel homemade in the best way — no eggs, no yeast, just two things you’ve probably got in the fridge.

Can you use Greek yogurt instead of yeast?

Well, it’s not an even swap — but for this recipe? Yeah, it works like a charm. When you mix Greek yogurt with self-rising flour, it gives the dough enough lift to bake up golden and fluffy, no rise time needed.

How do you make dough with just flour and yogurt?

This is my kind of recipe — dump a cup of Greek yogurt into a cup of self-rising flour, stir it up, and shape the dough. It’s a little sticky, but it comes together quickly. Then just bake and enjoy warm, buttery garlic bread in under 30 minutes.

Greek Yogurt Flour Garlic Bread – Surprisingly Easy & No Yeast

Name: Greek Yogurt Flour Garlic Bread: The Easy, High-Protein Twist on a Classic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup self-rising flour(or 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt); 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat); 1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil; 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder); Optional: shredded cheese, chopped parsley, sea salt flakes

Description

Greek yogurt flour garlic bread is fluffy, golden, and full of flavor — no yeast needed. It’s quick to make, protein-packed, and comes together with just a few ingredients. Perfect for busy nights when you want real comfort food fast.

Ingredients

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1 cup self-rising flour
(or 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
1–2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

Optional: shredded cheese, chopped parsley, sea salt flakes

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the Greek yogurt and flour together in a bowl until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough to the baking sheet and shape into a round or oval loaf.
Combine melted butter and garlic, and brush generously over the dough.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

Notes

The dough will be sticky — flour your hands lightly to shape it.
Add herbs or cheese for extra flavor.
Great as a side, or sliced for sandwiches and dipping.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (⅛ loaf)
Calories: 135
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg