Ingredients
- 3 cups 375 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2¼ tsp 7 g instant dry yeast
- ¾ cup 180 ml warm milk (not hot)
- ¼ cup 60 ml warm water
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Optional topping
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp milk
- Sesame seeds or nigella seeds
How To Make Fluffy Turkish Bread
- Activate the yeast
- In a bowl, mix the warm milk, warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–7 minutes until slightly foamy.
- Make the dough
- Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead
- Knead for 8–10 minutes by hand (or 5 minutes with a mixer) until smooth and elastic.
- First rise
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Shape
- Divide the dough into 2 pieces. Gently flatten each into a round or oval shape.
- Add topping (optional)
- Mix egg yolk with milk and brush over the surface. Sprinkle with seeds if using.
- Bake
- Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 10–12 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden.
- Cool slightly & enjoy
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.