Easy bread for the stovetop without an oven: a traditional delight baked in a frying pan

This rustic stovetop loaf brings the joy of freshly baked bread to kitchens without an oven. Perfect for warm days when you don’t want to heat the house or for those with limited kitchen equipment. With a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy interior, this loaf proves that delicious homemade bread is possible without an oven!

Ingredients
For the dough:
3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1½ teaspoons (8 g) salt
1 teaspoon (4 g) granulated sugar
1 packet (2¼ teaspoons/7 g) instant yeast
1 cup (240 ml) warm water (104 °F/40 °C)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
Optional toppings:
Sesame seeds
Mixed herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano)
Garlic powder
All-purpose bagel seasoning
Instructions

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