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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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

Is two ingredient dough any good? ›

The baking powder in the self-rising flour gives the dough its quick rise; yogurt makes it tender and pliable for easy rolling. Two-ingredient dough is packed with protein thanks to the yogurt, and is free of the preservatives and artificial ingredients found in many prebaked crusts and prepared doughs.

What is the 2 ingredient play dough with flour? ›

To make your cloud dough:

Simply add the baby oil to 8 cups of flour. Stir well. I used a pastry cutter to mix ours, but a spoon or whisk would be fine. That's all there is to it!

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.

How do you make self-raising flour with plain 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. Whisk the ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl or put them in a glass jar and shake well.

Why is my 2 ingredient dough so sticky? ›

It could be too much water but it's usually undermixing or over mixing. If you don't mix long enough the gluten won't develop properly and you'll have a sticky dough that won't rise properly. If it's over mixed the gluten will break down and your dough will resemble chewing gum.

Does sugar dough work? ›

The effect of adding sugar to your bread dough

Adding up to 5% of sugar will speed up fermentation as it will feed the yeast in the initial stages before enzymes begin to break down the complex sugar molecules in the starches into simple sugars that the yeast can eat. However, it isn't necessary to add sugar.

Can you store 2 ingredient dough in the fridge? ›

Yes, you can make the dough ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

What ingredient makes dough stick together? ›

Feed the yeast with water–flour mixtures, let it sit for awhile and see if your yeast colony flourishes. Extra: Gluten has several functions in a dough. It binds ingredients and provides structure to the dough. It creates elastic doughs that do not need a mold to keep their form.

What happens when you bake dough without yeast? ›

If you don't use yeast or other leavening in your bread dough, the bread will be dense and will not rise. As others have said, there may well be a subtle taste difference since yeast forms carbon dioxide gas and alcohol. There are many breads that are unleavened and most are flatbreads.

Can you make dough out of flour and water? ›

You can make dough with flour and water by simply mixing it to the preferred consistency, but whatever you make with it won't be very tasty. They used to make ship's biscuits with flour and water, baking them two or three times to drive out the moisture.

How to make flour from scratch? ›

Make Flour at Home
  1. ACQUIRE A COFFEE GRINDER. Chances are you already have one of these in your kitchen. ...
  2. GET SOME GRAIN. Choose the kind of flour that you want and get the appropriate whole grain to make that flour. ...
  3. POUR SOME BERRIES INTO YOUR GRINDER. ...
  4. GRIND THE BERRIES. ...
  5. USE YOUR FLOUR!

How to make self-raising flour with plain flour and baking soda? ›

To create self-raising flour from plain flour - for 150g/1 cup plain flour use half-teaspoon baking powder and half-teaspoon of bicarbonate soda (also known as baking soda).

How to make self-raising flour with plain flour and baking powder? ›

How Much Baking Powder Do You Add To Plain Flour To Make Self Raising Flour? If you've ever wondered how to make self raising flour from scratch, I can assure you that it really is just SO easy. Sift 2 teaspoons of baking powder through every 1 cup / 150 g / 6 ounces of plain (all purpose) flour.

Can you keep 2 ingredient dough in the fridge? ›

Yes, you can make the dough ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

How different ingredients affect dough? ›

The Science Behind Common Baking Ingredients
  • Flour Provides the Recipe Foundation.
  • Fat Holds it All Together.
  • Sugar Is Sweet and Helps Tenderize.
  • Eggs Add Texture.
  • Liquids Add Leavening and Tenderness.
  • Salt Adds Flavor and Weight.
  • Leavening Agents Baking Soda and Baking Powder.
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Is ready made pizza dough good? ›

Quality of Dough:Ready-to-use pizza dough, whether store-bought or pre-made, can vary in quality. Some store-bought options may lack the freshness and flavor you get from homemade dough.

How do you know if dough is good? ›

What bakers call the “poke test” is the best way to tell if dough is ready to bake after its second rise. Lightly flour your finger and poke the dough down about 1". If the indent stays, it's ready to bake. If it pops back out, give it a bit more time.

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