Learn How to Master the Types of Flatbreads Professionally: Tortillas, Wraps, Pitas, and More!
Flatbreads are foundational in global baking. They are simple in form, yet endlessly versatile. For professional bakers, they offer an adaptable format for both traditional and innovative applications, whether in foodservice, frozen, or fresh bakery categories. Puratos helps you perfect your flatbread products.
Understanding the types of flatbreads and their baking requirements
Soft tortillas, fluffy pitas, layered naan, or thin lavash – flatbreads may appear simple, but each one calls for its own approach. The way you mix, shape, and bake the dough has a direct impact on the final result.
Flatbread is a broad category of breads made with simple ingredients, typically just flour, water, and salt. They are rolled or pressed into thin, flat shapes before baking or cooking. Found in many global cuisines, flatbreads range from soft and pliable to crisp and structured and mostly serving as carriers, wraps, or standalone items in all kinds of bakery products.
Scaling a clean-label wrap, fine-tuning frozen pita, or using a traditional recipe for modern production? It all begins with the right base and a process that respects both craft and consistency.
Most popular variations
🌽Corn tortilla: A traditional Mexican flatbread made from corn, perfect for tacos and enchiladas.
🌱Low-carb tortillas: A health-conscious flatbread option, great for wraps and tacos.
🥘 Chapati: A traditional Indian flatbread made from whole wheat flour, water, and salt, cooked on a hot griddle without leavening. It's soft, thin, and typically served alongside curries or stews.
🥠Lavash: A thin, soft flatbread traditionally baked in a tandoor-style oven. It’s often used for wraps or served with dips and dries into a crisp form when stored.
🌯Chicken wrap: A tasty flatbread rolled with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and savoury sauces.
🌮Protein wrap: A nutritious flatbread loaded with protein for a healthy meal on the go.
🧀Cheese naan bread: Soft and chewy naan layered with cheese for a delicious twist.
🧄Garlic naan bread: A flavoursome flatbread brushed with garlic and butter, great for pairing with curries.
🥙Pita gyros: A Greek flatbread filled with seasoned meat, crisp vegetables, and tangy tzatziki sauce.
Blend tradition and innovation in every flatbread
Getting flatbreads right starts with a dependable dough, one that’s easy to work with, flexible across formats, and delivers the right texture every time. The goal is consistency without compromising on quality, whether you're producing wraps, pitas, naan, or regional specialties.
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