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    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread and Pita bread

    Published: Apr 20, 2015 · Modified: Feb 2, 2018 by Richa 48 Comments

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    Flatbreads are an important part of a lot of cuisines. they act as carriers of food, add a balance to the saucy, soupy meals, and are perfect to snack on with beany dips. 

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    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread | Vegan Richa

     

    The most common flatbread we make are Rotis or Chapatis. Rotis are unleavened and thin flatbreads that are cooked just like other flatbreads and cooked till it develops golden spots or if puffed on the stove. Get that recipe in my cookbook.

    Leavened flatbread with yeast of baking powder gives a thicker flatbread that is also heartier than a roti. Leavening the bread with a little yeast or baking powder makes delicious pita breads. The puffed up bread can be used as a pita pocket! These breads are also easier to roll out compared to unleavened roti and the shape really does not matter 🙂

    This post has the yeast-free flatbread that is leavened with baking powder. For a Yeasted Pita Bread see the Recipe here. I personally prefer the yeasted version. It puffs up better and stays softer compared to the yeast-free. Both are equally delicious and easy to make on both stove top or baked in the oven. Add toasted cumin seeds for a burst of flavor. 

    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread | Vegan Richa

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    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread and Pita Bread | Vegan Richa

    Steps:


    Make the dough, let it rest, then divide into balls. 

    vegan yeast free flatbread |Vegan Richa

    Roll the balls out using a little flour.  

    vegan yeast free flatbread

    Cook on a hot skillet. Cover the flatbread with a lid for a few minutes. The flip. 

    vegan yeast free flatbread

    Flip and cook the other side. Store on the counter covered with a kitchen towel for the day.

    vegan yeast free flatbread

     

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    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread and Pita bread

    This vegan yeast free flatbread is dairy-free, whole grain and comes together quickly. Use to make pita sandwiches. Puff as pita bread in oven. Soy-free recipe. For a yeasted Pita Bread, see here 
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Bread
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 100kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup (236.59 g) whole wheat spelt, whole wheat pastry or white whole wheat flour
    • 1.5 cups (187.5 g) unbleached white flour or all purpose flour
    • 1/2 to 2/3 tsp salt
    • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) baking soda
    • 3 tablespoons non dairy yogurt or use thick coconut milk or Aquafaba
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • 3/4 cup (187.5 ml) warm water
    • flour for rolling

    Instructions

    • In a bowl, whisk the flours, salt, baking powder and soda.
    • Add yogurt and oil and mix in.
    • Add water and knead for a minute or 2 until a slightly sticky dough forms. Cover and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes.
    • Add a tablespoon of flour if needed and knead for a minute until smooth.
    • Roll out the dough into a log and using a pizza cutter cut into 12 to 14 equal parts. Roll each into a ball and store under a towel while you roll out the flatbreads. Roll each ball into about a 7 inch flatbread. I usually roll out the next flatbread when the first is cooking on the stove top. For baking. I roll out a half batch, bake, then roll the other half and bake.
    • Cook on the stove top:
    • Heat a heavy bottom skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, place a rolled out flatbread on the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook for 2 minutes or until bubbles form. Remove cover, flip and cook the other side for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden.
    • Bake in oven:
    • Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees F / 230ºc and place a large pizza stone or thick baking sheet in the oven to heat up for at least 20 minutes.
    • Place the rolled out breads 3 to 4 at a time depending on the size of the stone. Bake for 3 to 6 minutes or until the breads puff up and get just about golden on top. Switch the oven to high broil if your oven runs less hot and pita breads take too long to puff up.
    • Remove carefully from the oven and place the next batch on the stone. The baked breads will puff up like a pita bread if they were rolled out evenly. These puffed breads can be used as pita pockets.

    Notes

    Variations: add toasted cumin seeds to the bread for a flavor profile. For yeasted Pita bread see Recipe here. 
    Note: Unleavened flatbread such as roti can also be used to make puffed up flat bread. Rotis are much thinner than pita breads. 
    Nutritional values based on one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Vegan Yeast free Flatbread and Pita bread
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 100 Calories from Fat 18
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2g3%
    Sodium 145mg6%
    Potassium 111mg3%
    Carbohydrates 16g5%
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin C 0.5mg1%
    Calcium 45mg5%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Patience

      August 28, 2021 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      Thanks so so much I’ll try it and give my result

      Reply
      • Vegan Richa Support

        August 30, 2021 at 12:01 pm

        enjoy

        Reply
    2. Laura

      May 04, 2021 at 8:27 pm

      5 stars
      I plan to make your delicious looking bread in a day or two. Thank you so much.
      Tonight I went into the kitchen and whipped up this flatbread recipe and I would love to share it with you.
      Seeded Flat bread 6-ct
      In a blender put:
      1/2 cup raw buckwheat groats, 1/2 cup dry raw quinoa, 1 heaping Tbsp coconut flour, 1/4 tsp ginger pwdr, 1/4 tsp turmeric, serval grinds black pepper, big pinch of salt, 1 heaping tsp Zatar spice blend, 1/2 tsp baking pwdr, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1-2 tsp apple cider vinegar, 1 flaxmeal egg or cultured egg.
      Cover with liquid of choice; water, plant milk or cultured butter milk. Blend until smooth. Let sit 15 mins.
      In the meantime, in a large nonstick skillet you’ll cook flatbread in, cook 1/2 sliced onion, 1/2-1 diced Chile , salt & pepper to taste.
      Pour batter into a bowl, Use a spatula to scrap onions in batter and stir
      Cook flat breads in same hot skillet using a 1/4 cup ladle, use back of ladle to spread the batter a little, carefully.. Flip when flatbread moves easily or it’s not ready to flip.
      It was very good.

      Reply
    3. Shannon

      January 20, 2019 at 8:46 am

      5 stars
      I made this yesterday and it was so amazing and easy! They went perfectly with the vegan Dahl I made. For the nutritional info, what is the serving size! Thanks for the delicious recipe!

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 20, 2019 at 12:38 pm

        makes 10-12

        Reply
    4. TIffany

      October 29, 2018 at 9:19 am

      5 stars
      Can I use 100% white spelt and white AP flour? The bugs ate my whole grain this past summer.

      Reply
      • Richa

        October 29, 2018 at 10:29 am

        yes

        Reply
    5. Jen

      January 31, 2018 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      These were simple to make and a hit with my family! My picky children loved them and had what was left toasted this morning with butter and jam. Thank you Beautiful!

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 31, 2018 at 11:06 am

        thats awesome!

        Reply
    6. Allison

      March 08, 2017 at 12:23 am

      I just pulled out the last batch. I used coconut cream in powder form with a little water, instead of yogurt. I followed the recipe exactly. I have a convection oven and I don’t know the ins and outs of it, but I set it to heat top and bottom with the fan on. I baked each batch 5-6 minutes.
      The first batch was over-baked, and they didn’t puff up, just a few bubbles. It’s really important to watch, because once the whole top is golden, they’re too hard, like giant crackers.
      When I pulled out the second batch in time, they were lightly browned and soft, but broke apart a little too easily. Maybe I should have kneaded more than 2 minutes?
      The third batch I rolled out thicker, and they actually puffed up completely like store-bought pitas do.
      Rolling out 1/8 inch is probably too thin. 1/4 inch might be better to get it totally puffed up.
      Flavor was really lacking due to no yeast or sugar, so next time I will add more salt, cumin and other spices to make it more appetizing.

      Reply
      • Richa

        March 08, 2017 at 10:46 am

        I am not sure what coconut cream in powder form is. What does it say on the package? If it is coconut flour, that will not work well. That probably added more bulk and needed some more salt/flavor. The thickness of the bread might also make it feel bland as the overall toasting of the dough is less. Use cashew cream or silken tofu instead to sub the yogurt.
        These are a mild flavor flatbreads to use with any cuisine. You can add more spices herbs etc.

        Reply
        • Allison

          March 08, 2017 at 10:01 pm

          Hi Richa,
          It’s just dessicated coconut cream, which includes the protein and fat of the coconut, not the fiber. It’s basically like dried milk. Thai cooking uses it a lot. I added a bit of water to make 3 tablespoons of a “thick coconut milk” as in your recipe.

          Using tofu is an interesting idea, I might try that next. Thanks!

          Reply
          • Richa

            March 08, 2017 at 11:12 pm

            hmm, i havent used it, so it would be hard to say if that affects anything. It could also be a combination with the convection oven. Did you try cooking it on the stove top? You an puff the breads directly on a gas flame once they are partially cooked.

            Reply
    7. Mari

      December 06, 2016 at 12:22 am

      Only have baking soda in the house. Is it still possible to make these? How much would I need?

      Reply
      • Richa

        December 06, 2016 at 3:39 pm

        just omit the powder and make them.

        Reply
    8. رغدة raghda

      August 06, 2016 at 12:14 pm

      4 stars
      Can I use oatmeal flour with the whole wheat flour?

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 06, 2016 at 3:22 pm

        yes.

        Reply
    9. C

      May 19, 2016 at 8:16 pm

      The worst recipe I’ve ever it tasted like baking soda I’m so disappointed

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 19, 2016 at 9:36 pm

        i am not sure why they tasted like that. Did you use baking soda instead of powder? There is just 1/2 tsp baking soda in the whole dough and 2.5 tsp baking powder. You can omit it and see how it works out.

        Reply
    10. deryn @ running on real food

      April 15, 2016 at 11:55 am

      This is amazing! I can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
    11. susan

      November 16, 2015 at 6:08 pm

      Do you think I can use all whole grain flour (all white ww or ww pastry flour or spelt)?

      Reply
      • Richa

        November 16, 2015 at 6:13 pm

        all ww flour makes quite a dense dough which is difficult to roll out and will make a slightly dryer flatbread. Add a bit more oil or non dairy yogurt to help it hold moisture after cooking.

        Reply
        • susan

          December 01, 2015 at 4:18 pm

          5 stars
          I used all white ww flour and forgot to add more oil or yogurt (I actually used aquafaba, but did not use extra) and it came out great.

          Reply
          • Richa

            December 01, 2015 at 5:12 pm

            Awesome!!

            Reply
    12. sami

      September 03, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      It just says oil… Does it have to be olive oil or can it be coconut oil?

      Reply
      • Richa

        September 03, 2015 at 2:19 pm

        yes, any will do.

        Reply
    13. Austin

      August 29, 2015 at 3:28 pm

      Hi. Can I omit the coconut milk or yogurt and just add water?

      Reply
      • Richa

        August 29, 2015 at 4:59 pm

        yes you can use water. You might need a few tbsps more flour so the dough isnt too wet.

        Reply
    14. Jessica

      July 07, 2015 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      These flatbreads always come out so well. Soft and wholesome!

      Reply
    15. ShinyPool

      May 11, 2015 at 1:44 am

      interesting recipe, great looking pita!

      Reply
    16. Ana @ Ana's Rocket Ship

      April 25, 2015 at 3:21 pm

      These flat breads look so good- like they’re store bought- and not at all vegan!

      Reply
    17. Doris

      April 25, 2015 at 3:20 am

      Made it half an hour ago and topped it with zataar, avocado and onion! SOOO GOOD!

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 25, 2015 at 11:43 am

        Awesome!

        Reply
    18. Nina

      April 22, 2015 at 9:17 am

      5 stars
      I have made these just now. They are really easy to make and taste really good! The stew was very good too by the way. It doesn’t look so tasty 😉 , but it is very tasty!

      Reply
    19. Nina

      April 21, 2015 at 1:08 pm

      Yeah, I lovd this. I made your paratha with tomato chutney and crispy potatoes yesterday and that was so good! I love this recipe. Going to make it soon with one of your dahls or curry’s 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 21, 2015 at 5:12 pm

        wow, you are on a roll Nina! finding all the old recipes and cooking through them! yay!

        Reply
        • Nina

          April 22, 2015 at 4:14 am

          Haha 🙂 🙂 that’s what I said to my husband. I’m on a roll! Just made your chickpea lentil quinoa spinach stew 😉 . I guess you can tell I am really in love with your recipes! You are the best 🙂 !

          Reply
          • Richa

            April 22, 2015 at 10:13 am

            Awesome! i love that stew. yeah, do not go on the looks 🙂

            Reply
    20. Rebecca M

      April 21, 2015 at 3:38 am

      Oo this looks so easy and delicious, I need to make these for the chickpea curry I have planned for dinner !

      Reply
    21. Janet

      April 21, 2015 at 12:18 am

      When you say ‘yeast free’, does that mean it’s ok for people with candida?

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 21, 2015 at 9:10 am

        I don’t know. You would have to check if the rest of the ingredients are ok for candida.

        Reply
      • Lee

        January 13, 2020 at 10:31 am

        Candida does not get worse from yeast that is a myth.

        https://iamajuicer.wordpress.com/2019/03/28/time-to-end-the-ridiculous-candida-sibo-and-h-pylori-myths/

        Reply
    22. Lana

      April 20, 2015 at 7:23 pm

      These look great! Do you think I could substitute coconut flour for all of the flour? Would love these if they were gluten free 🙂

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 20, 2015 at 7:28 pm

        coconut flour works very differently Lana. it take up a ton of moisture and will need a ton of binding. I will be posting a gluten-free puffable pita bread recipe soon. Hang in there 🙂

        Reply
        • Eloyse

          June 04, 2015 at 1:25 am

          Hi Richa
          Vegan Yeast free Flatbread and Pita bread should be without yeast but in the receipt you use baking powder
          From the moment that you wrote ‘natural’ yeast should be avoided and instead I found it everywhere…

          Reply
          • Richa

            June 04, 2015 at 9:31 am

            Hi Eloyse, I am not sure i understand. Baking powder is not yeast. You can omit the baking powder form the recipe as well and make unleavened flatbread.

            Reply
    23. Cassie

      April 20, 2015 at 4:08 pm

      I LOVE roti! It’s amazing! Now I’m craving Indian food!

      Reply
    24. Christine (The Raw Project)

      April 20, 2015 at 4:03 pm

      This looks wonderful and fun, I’m a huge flat bread fan. Thanks!

      Reply

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