Air fryer Turkish bread

Air Fryer Turkish Bread

Air Fryer Turkish Bread is a quick and easy way to enjoy soft, fluffy flatbread with a lightly crisp exterior—without turning on the oven. Inspired by traditional Turkish pide, this version is made with simple pantry ingredients and cooked in the air fryer for convenience. It’s perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or serving alongside soups and grilled dishes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No oven required
Soft inside with a lightly crispy crust
Made with simple ingredients
Faster than traditional baking
Perfect for wraps, dips, and meals

Ingredients

2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast
¾ cup warm water (not hot)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Optional Topping

1 tablespoon yogurt or milk (for brushing)
Sesame seeds or black seeds (nigella)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Shape the Bread

Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 or 3 equal portions. Shape each into an oval or round flatbread, about ½-inch thick.

Place the shaped dough on parchment paper. Lightly brush the top with yogurt or milk and sprinkle with sesame or black seeds if using. Gently press lines into the dough using your fingers to create the traditional pattern.

Step 3: Air Fry

Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.

Carefully place one flatbread into the air fryer basket (cook in batches if needed). Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until puffed and lightly golden.

Step 4: Cool and Serve

Remove the bread and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel to keep it soft. Repeat with the remaining dough.

Serving Suggestions

Air Fryer Turkish Bread is delicious:

As a sandwich or wrap
With hummus, yogurt dip, or olive oil
Alongside soups and stews
With grilled meats or vegetables

Tips for Best Results

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket
Flip halfway for even cooking
Keep bread covered after cooking to maintain softness
Adjust cooking time depending on air fryer size

Storage

Best eaten fresh
Store at room temperature for up to 2 days
Reheat briefly in the air fryer to refresh

Quick, Soft, and Homemade

This Air Fryer Turkish Bread delivers the taste and texture of traditional flatbread in a faster, modern way. Soft, versatile, and easy to make, it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.