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No-Oven Stovetop Bread
Antonio Morelli

No-Oven Stovetop Bread Recipe Card

A soft, fluffy bread made entirely on the stovetop — no oven required! Perfect for small kitchens, camping, or quick homemade bread cravings. Simple ingredients, minimal equipment, and ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 5 (about 6–8 slices)
Course: bread, Breakfast
Cuisine: Fusion, Universal
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour)
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm water (or warm milk)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • Optional: herbs, garlic powder, seeds for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap
  • Heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Tight-fitting lid
  • Floured surface or pastry mat
  • Cooling rack
  • Kitchen thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Activate yeast: In a mediumsized bowl combine the following: warm water, sugar, and yeast for at least for 5–7 minutes until you get foamy texture.
  2. Make dough: Add flour, salt, and oil; mix to form a shaggy dough.
  3. Knead: Knead the dough perfectly for at atleast 8–10 minutes until you get soft dough.
  4. First proof: Now, you can place in an oiled bowl & cover the dough & let rise for at least 45–60 minutes.
  5. Shape: Punch down dough, shape into a round loaf.
  6. Preheat skillet: Heat a heavy pan on low heat for 3–4 minutes.
  7. Cook: Now, you can place the loaf gently on the skillet, cover, and cook fo at least for12–15 minutes until you golden brown texture on bothe the sides.
  8. Cool: Transfer to a wire rack, rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Use low heat to avoid burning while ensuring the bread cooks through.
  • For extra flavor, mix herbs or cheese into the dough.
  • You can store it in an air-tight container for up to 2 days.
  • A cast-iron pan gives the best crust and even cooking.