Two Ingredient Dough Recipe (No Yeast) - Cook it Real Good (2024)

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Two ingredient dough is so easy to prepare and is made without yeast. As the name suggests you only need 2 ingredients - Greek yoghurt and flour - and you'll have a dough that can be used to make pizza, scrolls and rolls.

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I don't throw around the word "life-changing" too often (ok, yes I do) but this two ingredient dough is ACTUALLY life-changing. It's your gateway to so many delicious recipes and all are ready in less than 30 minutes.

If you're anything like me you're a little hesitant to play around with yeast. It's daunting and sounds like a lot of work - using correct temperature water, kneading, proofing, proofing again. Heck, some dough recipes can take more than a day to come together!

But this two ingredient dough is just about the easiest thing you'll ever make and is ready in mere minutes. I've spent the past month rigorously testing recipe after recipe using this dough and they taste just as good as their yeasty counterparts.

Whether you choose to use your dough to make pizza, scrolls or rolls, you'll be amazed at how simple and tasty it all is.

Why you'll love this recipe...

  • The easiest dough you'll ever make.
  • No proofing required!
  • Very versatile - make pizza, scrolls or rolls.
  • Just as delicious as dough made of yeast!
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Can you really make dough out of flour and Greek yoghurt?

YES! I was a little skeptical at first but you truly only need two ingredients to make a quick and easy dough that can be used for pizza, scrolls, rolls or even bagels!

How to make Two Ingredient Dough

Making two ingredient dough could not be easier. First, grab your ingredients:

  • Self-Raising Flour / Self-Rising Flour
  • Greek Yoghurt

Tip - Only have all purpose or plain flour on hand? Just mix in 2 teaspoons of baking powder for every cup of flour you use.

Place 1 cup of Greek yoghurt in a mixing bowl and give it a stir. Then add in 1 cup of flour and mix to combine.

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At this point you need to gradually add more flour in until the dough holds together in a ball shape. Usually this will be between ½ - ¾ of a cup more, but it is dependent on how wet your yoghurt was to start off with.

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Turn your ball of dough onto a well floured surface and knead until well combined. If it's still a little too sticky, continue to mix in flour until you reach the right consistency. The dough should be able to hold it's shape and not stick to your surface.

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You can then use the dough however you wish!

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How to use Two Ingredient Dough

There are so many ways to use two ingredient dough. Two of my favourite ways to use it is to make pizza or scrolls.

If you're making pizza, you can either roll out your dough with a rolling pin into a large pizza base, or divide into 4-6 even pieces and roll out for mini pizza bases.

Top with your favourite toppings, then cook in the oven (200C / 390F) for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy, and then cheese is melted.

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If you're making sweet or savoury scrolls, you can roll out your dough into a rectangle shape, sprinkle over your favourite toppings then roll it up tight and cut into 8 even pieces.

Place on a sheet pan and cook in the oven (190C / 375F) for 15-20 minutes until the dough is cooked through.

TOP TIPS

  • You can use any type of Greek Yoghurt (low fat etc) but I recommend not substituting for plain regular yoghurt (e.g. not the Greek variety) as it isn't thick enough for this recipe. You'll also want to make sure the Greek Yoghurt you use is thick and not runny.
  • If you don't have self-raising / self-rising flour on hand, substitute with all purpose / plain flour & baking powder (the conversion is 1 cup of flour to 2 teaspoons of baking powder).
  • It's hard to say an exact amount of flour as it essentially changes on every batch! Start with 1 cup, then slowly mix in another ½ - ¾ cups until you reach your desired consistency. If you need more, so be it.
  • The dough has reached the right consistency when it can hold in a ball shape and doesn't stick to your hands.
  • Flour your surface and your rolling pin before rolling the dough out.
  • You want to work quickly with this dough. Put it together, roll it out and get it into the oven ASAP.
  • If you want to make the dough ahead make sure you pop it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use.
  • When it comes time to cook your dough (whether you are making pizza or scrolls), cook it on a baking tray lined with a silicone mat or baking paper to prevent sticking.
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📋 RECIPE

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Two Ingredient Dough

Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Two ingredient dough is so easy to prepare and is made without yeast. As the name suggests you only need 2 ingredients - Greek yoghurt and flour - and you'll have a dough that can be used to make pizza, scrolls and rolls.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek Yoghurt
  • 1.5 cups Self-Raising / Self-Rising Flour (+ extra for flouring surface etc)

Instructions

  1. Place Greek yoghurt in a mixing bowl and give it a stir. Add in 1 cup of flour and stir to combine. Gradually add in more flour until the dough starts to form into a ball.
  2. Tip the dough onto a well-floured surface and knead with your hands for a minute or two. If the dough is still too sticky, add some more flour and continue to knead. The dough is ready when it is able to hold it's shape and is not sticking to your hands or the surface.
  3. You can then use the dough how you wish! See Notes for suggestions.

Notes

Using Two Ingredient Dough

If you're making pizza, you can either roll out your dough with a rolling pin into a large pizza base, or divide into 4-6 even pieces and roll out for mini pizza bases.

Top with your favourite toppings, then cook in the oven (200C / 390F) for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy, and then cheese is melted.

If you're making scrolls, you can roll out your dough into a rectangle shape, sprinkle over your favourite toppings then roll it up tight and cut into 8 even pieces.

Place on a sheet pan and cook in the oven (190C / 375F) for 15-20 minutes until the dough is cooked through.

Top tips for making Two Ingredient Dough

  • You can use any type of Greek Yoghurt (low fat etc) but I recommend not substituting for plain regular yoghurt (e.g. not the Greek variety) as it isn't thick enough for this recipe. You'll also want to make sure the Greek Yoghurt you use is thick and not runny.
  • If you don't have self-raising / self-rising flour on hand, substitute with all purpose / plain flour & baking powder (the conversion is 1 cup of flour to 2 teaspoons of baking powder).
  • It's hard to say an exact amount of flour as it essentially changes on every batch! Start with 1 cup, then slowly mix in another ½ - ¾ cups until you reach your desired consistency. If you need more, so be it.
  • The dough has reached the right consistency when it can hold in a ball shape and doesn't stick to your hands.
  • Flour your surface and your rolling pin before rolling the dough out.
  • You want to work quickly with this dough. Put it together, roll it out and get it into the oven ASAP.
  • If you want to make the dough ahead make sure you pop it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use.
  • When it comes time to cook your dough (whether you are making pizza or scrolls), cook it on a baking tray lined with a silicone mat or baking paper to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is based on one of 6 serves of the dough without any toppings.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 134Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 399mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 5g

Two Ingredient Dough Recipe (No Yeast) - Cook it Real Good (2024)

FAQs

Why is 2 ingredient dough healthier? ›

The ingredients seem humble enough — 2 ingredient dough is made using just Greek yogurt plus self-rising flour. So what's so great about the combination? For starters, baked foods made with the simple dough weigh in at less than half the calories of traditional options.

What happens when you bake dough without yeast? ›

Some differences could be that your bread will not rise as tall as you're used to, the flavor is a little different, or the texture may not be exactly the same. However, if you're out of yeast or don't have the time to wait for your bread to rise, these substitutes will undoubtedly get the job done.

How long can you keep 2 ingredient dough? ›

Or make Two-Ingredient-Dough Bagels topped with cream cheese, Marinated Yogurt Cheese or Easy Scallion-Salmon Dip for breakfast or brunch. Can I make Two-Ingredient Dough ahead? Yes, you can make the dough ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Why is my 2 ingredient dough so sticky? ›

Your dough can become sticky when you add too much water or the flour isn't suitable for the type of dough you are making.

Why does Greek yogurt work in dough? ›

With just self-rising flour and plain Greek yogurt, you can make almost any bread-based creation you can think of. Thick, Greek-style yogurt gives the dough its moisture and tenderness, while the leavening agents in the flour allow the dough to rise without yeast.

How do you make dough rise without yeast? ›

You can substitute yeast with equal parts lemon juice and baking soda. So if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of yeast, you can use half a teaspoon of lemon juice and half a teaspoon of baking soda. Keep in mind that the bread will not need the typical proofing time and the dough will begin rising right away.

What is bread without yeast called? ›

Unleavened bread, or bread without yeast, is a typical Jewish food, the name derives from the Greek azymos (without yeast) which in Jewish becomes mazzah, and it is the symbol of the Passover that recalls the Exodus from Egypt: it was the bread of the fugitives because it was quickly prepared by the fleeing Jews.

Is self-rising flour the same as all-purpose flour? ›

Self-rising flour and all-purpose flour have similar properties with two key differences: ingredients and uses. Ingredient-wise, self-rising flour contains all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder, while all-purpose flour only contains ground endosperm.

Can you let dough rise too many times? ›

If the dough doesn't spring back at all, you've likely over-proofed the dough. When the dough rises too much before it gets baked, it will collapse, rather than rise, in the oven's heat, and the crumb will be uneven and ragged.

What happens if you leave dough to rise for too long? ›

The gluten becomes overly relaxed, and the end product will be gummy or crumbly instead of crisp and fluffy. It can also effect the taste, because the sugars in the dough have been consumed by the yeast it can have a sour or off taste. Now you know how long to let pizza dough rise, get cooking with these recipes!

What is a substitute for self rising flour? ›

Making self-rising flour at home is easy. Just use this basic formula: For every 1 cup of all-purpose flour, add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon fine salt.

How do you make dough stick together better? ›

This may seem obvious, but don't just dump more water into your bread dough. To incorporate more water into the mixture, add only 1 tablespoon of additional liquid at a time, kneading the dough just until it comes together. Too much kneading and the dough might not be dry anymore, but now it's tough.

Does oil make dough less sticky? ›

We prefer a less common approach that replaces the flour with vegetable oil. Rubbing a teaspoon of the neutral-flavored fat onto the countertop works just as well as flour does to minimize sticking, and the dough readily absorbs excess oil without any negative effect on its consistency when either raw or baked.

How different ingredients affect dough? ›

Dry ingredients such as flour, sugar, and spices play a critical role in providing structure and flavor to baked goods, while wet ingredients such as eggs, milk, and oil bind everything together and add moisture.

Is homemade dough healthier? ›

That said, most homemade breads are likely healthier than store-bought breads, which are often high in sugar and preservatives. One benefit of making your own bread is that you can control the ingredients. For example, you can use whole wheat flour instead of white flour, or add healthy toppings like nuts and seeds.

What dough is normally only 4 ingredients with little to no fat or sugar? ›

lean dough is a dough that is normally only 4 ingredients with little to no fat or sugar. Typically it's just flour, salt, water and yeast.

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