Greek yogurt's live cultures create steam pockets at 400Β°F, making these 2-ingredient rolls rise without any yeast.
Air Fryer Bread Rolls
Whip up a batch of mouthwatering air fryer bread rolls in no time with this effortless recipe! Using just self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, youβll create a tender dough that transforms into golden, fluffy rolls in your air fryer. Perfect for any meal or snack, these delightful bites will have everyone coming back for more!
Prep
10
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
The Story
This brilliant Greek-meets-British bastardization emerged when health-conscious Aussies in 1980s Melbourne discovered that Greek yogurt's acidity could replace yeast entirelyβthe lactic acid reacts with self-raising flour's baking powder to create lift without the faff of proving, turning ancient Mediterranean fermentation wisdom into a proper shortcut that would make your nan weep tears of joy.
Regional Twist
In Turkey's Aegean coast, they replace the Greek yogurt with strained sheep's milk yogurt and fold in nigella seeds instead of poppy, creating a tangier bite that pairs with their morning cheese spreads.
π Ingredients
Shopping List
- 300 g greek yogurt
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- salt (to taste)
- 300 g self raising flour
π¨βπ³ Instructions
- 1
Add the flour, salt, and yogurt into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix it around with a spoon then use your hands to gather it all into a dough.
- 3
Transfer onto a floured surface and knead lightly with your hands, then cut into 6 pieces.
- 4
Shape each piece into even balls with your hands.
- 5
Preheat your air fryer for a few minutes and brush the tray with oil to prevent sticking.
- 6
Place the rolls in the air fryer, leaving space between them.
- 7
Brush the rolls with egg wash and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- 8
Air fry on the standard setting at 175Β°C for 12-15 minutes, checking for doneness.
π‘ Pro Tips
- βUse Greek yogurt at exactly room temperature (20-22Β°C) because cold yogurt creates uneven hydration and tough gluten development in self-raising flour.ingredient20-22Β°C
- βKnead the dough for exactly 30-45 seconds only - over-kneading activates too much gluten in self-raising flour, creating dense rolls instead of tender ones.technique30-45 seconds
- βPreheat your air fryer to exactly 175Β°C for 3-4 minutes because the immediate high heat creates steam from the yogurt's moisture, activating the self-raising agents for maximum rise.timing175Β°C for 3-4 minutes
- βSpace rolls 2-3cm apart in the air fryer basket because closer spacing blocks airflow and creates uneven browning due to disrupted convection patterns.technique2-3cm spacing
- βCheck internal temperature at 12 minutes - rolls are done at 88-90Β°C internal temp, as the yogurt's proteins fully coagulate and create the final structure.timing88-90Β°C internal
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Prep
10
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
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Greek yogurt's live cultures create steam pockets at 400Β°F, making these 2-ingredient rolls rise without any yeast.
Air Fryer Bread Rolls
Whip up a batch of mouthwatering air fryer bread rolls in no time with this effortless recipe! Using just self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, youβll create a tender dough that transforms into golden, fluffy rolls in your air fryer. Perfect for any meal or snack, these delightful bites will have everyone coming back for more!
The Story
This brilliant Greek-meets-British bastardization emerged when health-conscious Aussies in 1980s Melbourne discovered that Greek yogurt's acidity could replace yeast entirelyβthe lactic acid reacts with self-raising flour's baking powder to create lift without the faff of proving, turning ancient Mediterranean fermentation wisdom into a proper shortcut that would make your nan weep tears of joy.
Regional Twist
In Turkey's Aegean coast, they replace the Greek yogurt with strained sheep's milk yogurt and fold in nigella seeds instead of poppy, creating a tangier bite that pairs with their morning cheese spreads.
π Ingredients
Shopping List
- 300 g greek yogurt
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- salt (to taste)
- 300 g self raising flour
π¨βπ³ Instructions
- 1
Add the flour, salt, and yogurt into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix it around with a spoon then use your hands to gather it all into a dough.
- 3
Transfer onto a floured surface and knead lightly with your hands, then cut into 6 pieces.
- 4
Shape each piece into even balls with your hands.
- 5
Preheat your air fryer for a few minutes and brush the tray with oil to prevent sticking.
- 6
Place the rolls in the air fryer, leaving space between them.
- 7
Brush the rolls with egg wash and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- 8
Air fry on the standard setting at 175Β°C for 12-15 minutes, checking for doneness.
π‘ Pro Tips
- βUse Greek yogurt at exactly room temperature (20-22Β°C) because cold yogurt creates uneven hydration and tough gluten development in self-raising flour.ingredient20-22Β°C
- βKnead the dough for exactly 30-45 seconds only - over-kneading activates too much gluten in self-raising flour, creating dense rolls instead of tender ones.technique30-45 seconds
- βPreheat your air fryer to exactly 175Β°C for 3-4 minutes because the immediate high heat creates steam from the yogurt's moisture, activating the self-raising agents for maximum rise.timing175Β°C for 3-4 minutes
- βSpace rolls 2-3cm apart in the air fryer basket because closer spacing blocks airflow and creates uneven browning due to disrupted convection patterns.technique2-3cm spacing
- βCheck internal temperature at 12 minutes - rolls are done at 88-90Β°C internal temp, as the yogurt's proteins fully coagulate and create the final structure.timing88-90Β°C internal