Description
Croatian Lepinja Bread is a soft, fluffy flatbread traditionally served with grilled meats or as a sandwich base. With a light crust and airy interior, it’s perfect for soaking up sauces or stuffing with savory fillings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or tray inside to heat.
- Divide dough into 4–6 portions. Shape into flat rounds about 1 inch thick.
- Place rounds on parchment paper and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Transfer rounds (with parchment) to the hot baking stone or tray and bake for 8–10 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Best served warm with grilled meats like ćevapi or kebabs.
- Can be frozen after baking and reheated in the oven.
- Brush with butter or garlic oil for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lepinja
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Croatian lepinja, lepinja bread, Balkan flatbread, ćevapi bread, traditional flatbread