As a busy home cook juggling family life on a tight budget, I know how precious time and money can be. That's why these simple, delicious recipes made with just 2 ingredients are my go-to solutions for everyday meals and treats.
They're quick to prepare, incredibly affordable, and satisfy everyone—from kids to pets.
Contents
- 1. Pizza dough with only 2 ingredients
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- 2. KFC style cookies with only 2 ingredients
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- 3. Grilled chicken with only 2 ingredients
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- 4. Coconut macaroons with only 2 ingredients
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- 5. Nutella Brownies with only 2 ingredients
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- 6. Banana and oatmeal cookies with only 2 ingredients
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- 7. Dog biscuits with only 2 ingredients
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- 8. Pumpkin muffins with only 2 ingredients
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Yes, each recipe relies on just two simple ingredients, yielding everything from homemade pizza dough and savory grilled chicken to indulgent desserts. Even Fido gets a treat! Here's how to make them.
1. Pizza Dough with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 400 g self-rising flour (wheat flour with baking powder)
How to Make It
- In a large bowl, pour in the flour.
- Add a big pinch of salt.
- Add a heaped teaspoon of baking powder.
- Make a well in the flour.
- Add the Greek yogurt to the well.
- Mix with your fingers until fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle flour on your work surface.
- Knead the dough for 5-8 minutes until smooth. Add flour if it's too sticky.
- Roll out to about 1 cm thick with a floured rolling pin.
- Top with your favorite ingredients.
Bake in a preheated oven at 230°C for 10-12 minutes. This makes two medium or one large pizza dough.
2. KFC-Style Cookies with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 400 g self-rising flour
- 350 ml semi-skimmed milk
- Optional: 1 tbsp brown sugar, 4 tbsp melted butter
How to Make It
- Place the flour in a large bowl.
- Add a heaped teaspoon of baking powder.
- Gradually whisk in the milk. Optional: Add brown sugar for sweetness.
- Scoop 3 cm thick patties onto a buttered baking sheet, close together.
- Optional: Brush with melted butter.
- Bake at 230°C for 20 minutes until lightly golden. Don't overbake to keep them moist.
- Cool on a wire rack.
3. Grilled Chicken with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts (200 g each)
- Homemade vinaigrette
How to Make It
- Coat chicken in vinaigrette in a deep plate; cover and marinate 1 hour or overnight in fridge.
- Place on parchment paper.
- Grill in oven at 180°C fan for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
For BBQ, grill until juices run clear.
4. Coconut Macaroons with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 115 g packet grated coconut
- 170 g sweetened condensed milk
How to Make It
- Mix condensed milk into coconut with a spatula until pasty.
- Preheat oven to 180°C fan.
- Form small balls with two teaspoons on parchment-lined sheet.
- Bake 7-10 minutes until lightly browned; watch closely.
- Cool on wire rack. Optional: Dip in melted chocolate.
5. Nutella Brownies with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 200 g homemade Nutella
- Optional: Icing sugar
How to Make It
- Preheat oven to 180°C. Butter a rectangular pan.
- Beat eggs until foamy (5-7 min with mixer).
- Microwave Nutella 1 minute; stir.
- Gradually whisk Nutella into eggs.
- Pour into pan; bake 30-35 min. Knife test: clean tip means done.
- Cool completely before cutting. Dust with icing sugar if desired.
Try this: Easy Homemade Nutella Recipe.
6. Banana Oatmeal Cookies with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 2 very ripe bananas
- 150 g rolled oats
How to Make It
- Mash bananas and oats with fork. Add extras if desired.
- Add more oats if too runny for thick dough.
- Scoop 3 cm patties on buttered sheet.
- Bake at 180°C for 15 minutes.
- Cool on rack.
Sweet add-ins: Chocolate chips, walnuts, cinnamon, raisins (50 g each).
7. Dog Biscuits with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 300 g whole wheat flour
- 200 g jar baby food (beef, chicken, veggies)
How to Make It
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Mix flour and baby food; add flour for compact dough.
- Roll to 7 mm on floured surface.
- Cut shapes with cutter or wheel.
- Bake on parchment 20 minutes.
- Cool; store in paper bag (not airtight).
Tip: Use mashed leftover veggies instead.
8. Pumpkin Muffins with Just 2 Ingredients
The 2 ingredients:
- 1 packet chocolate cake mix
- 200 g pumpkin puree
- Optional: Chocolate chips
How to Make It
- Mix cake mix and puree to smooth batter.
- Optional: Add chocolate chips.
- Fill buttered muffin cups.
- Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.
- Cool; add frosting if desired.
