Are flatbread and pizza the same thing? Yes and no. Most pizzas are flatbreads, but not all flatbreads are pizza if that makes sense. What we love about making either flatbread or pizza is how incredibly versatile it is. You can satisfy the entire family, all in one sheet pan.
Flatbread is extremely versatile and once you have your favorite pizza dough recipe (either homemade pizza dough with yeast or store-bought flatbread dough), you can customize your flatbread pizzas in countless ways.
Flatbreads have been a staple food in many cultures for centuries, and their versatility has made them popular across the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for new ideas, experimenting with flatbread recipes can be both fun and rewarding. With a seemingly endless variety of flavors and styles to choose from, you’re sure to find a favorite that suits your taste.
We’ll explore various flatbread recipes from different regions, offering insight into the ingredients and techniques used in their preparation. From the soft, pillowy texture of naan to the crispy, paper-thin layers of lavash, there’s a flatbread out there to suit every palate. As you discover new recipes and hone your skills, you’ll soon find that creating your own unique flatbreads is the perfect way to bring your culinary creativity to life.
With each recipe, we’ll provide tips and tricks for achieving the best results, as well as suggestions for toppings and pairings to take your flatbread game to the next level. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into the world of flatbread making – you won’t be disappointed by the flavors and satisfaction that await you!
There are tons of flat bread recipes online, and we have scoured the web and our own collection of flatbread ideas for the very best ideas for flatbread pizza.
From California chicken flatbread to simple cheese flatbread, there’s something on this list of flatbread recipe ideas for everyone.
Mexican street corn is one of the most beloved Mexican foods, and when you bring all of that flavor to pizza, you have something extraordinary.
For this Mexican street corn pizza, you need chorizo sausage, salted butter, fresh corn (or frozen corn), half-and-half, pepper jack cheese, cotija cheese, cayenne pepper, cilantro, Mexican sour cream (crema), and hot sauce.
Homemade flatbread dough is pretty easy to make, but many people feel intimidated by the idea of working with yeast bread.
For this dough, you need active dry yeast, warm water, olive oil, plain yogurt, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, all-purpose flour, and fresh parsley.
Thai cuisine has become increasingly popular in recent years, so it makes sense to bring delicious Thai flavors to flatbread pizza.
Other ingredients are chicken breast pieces, sriracha sauce (or Asian hot sauce), garlic powder, ginger, peanut butter sauce, bean sprouts, carrots, honey, coconut milk, and chopped peanuts.
You can make a simple onion flatbread, but you can also make this masterpiece that is made with creamy goat cheese and delicious caramelized onions.
For this cooked flatbread recipe, use white onion.
Other ingredients in the flatbread topping include a tiny bit of milk, butter (or olive oil, which is lower in saturated fat), black pepper, sea salt, and fresh basil.
It’s so much fun to serve a rainbow pizza at a party, and this one is super colorful.
For veggies, you can use any type you like. Some suggestions are red onion, green bell pepper, corn, cherry tomatoes, orange bell pepper, red bell pepper, and hummus.
We love a fresh Margherita pizza. There’s something magical about this delicious combination of ingredients.
For Margherita flatbread pizza, you need fresh mozzarella cheese slices, sliced tomato, fresh basil leaves, garlic powder, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and olive oil.
Some of the ingredients that give this steak flatbread so much flavor are Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, hot sauce, and butter.
The flatbread pizza is topped with a sunny-side-up egg.
There are tons of complex flavors in this smoked salmon flatbread recipe, and ingredients include fresh lime juice, capers, arugula, smoked salmon, chopped chives, and cream cheese.
The secret to this breakfast flatbread is the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
Is there anything that’s not made better with avocado? We’ve not found it yet!
For this pizza, you need chunks of juicy chicken breast meat. Other ingredients are black pepper, sour cream (for the cilantro cream), fresh cilantro, olive oil, Mexican cotija cheese, and black pepper.
We are all about fresh peaches, so this flatbread pizza recipe with peaches, burrata cheese, prosciutto, and ham is going to be a huge hit at our family table.
For this pizza, you need melted butter and dark brown sugar, which gives the pizza a nice sweet contrast.
California chicken flatbread may be the most popular flatbread out there, and when it’s served with creamy and spicy chipotle ranch sauce, it’s a winner.
For this flatbread pizza, you need naan or flatbread, mozzarella cheese, chicken tenders, crispy cooked bacon, diced avocado, diced tomato, garlic cloves, and cilantro leaves.
The sauce is made with chipotle seasoning and ranch dressing.
We can’t do a list of flatbread recipes without including at least one dessert flatbread recipe.
This flatbread recipe isn’t functional cookies. It’s even better than that.
You can make your homemade flatbread dough with all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour, or you can use naan bread to make this blueberry and goat cheese flatbread pizza.
Ingredients include fresh blueberries, olive oil, goat cheese, honey, and arugula.
Recipes with flatbread can save brunch, dinner, or lunch. If you can whip up a quick and easy flat bread recipe, you have an impressive meal for your family or guests.
Do you want more flatbread pizza recipes? In this video, you can learn how to make flatbread (also called focaccia) in four different delicious flatbread pizza ideas.
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These options are sure to be a hit. So, gather your family and friends and enjoy. Let us know your thoughts!
Cassie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Community. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book "Healthy Eating Through the Garden" will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Cassie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.
