Mix the dry ingredients

• Place part of the flour in a bowl with the yeast, sugar, salt and baking powder.
• Whisk everything together really well.

Make the sponge

• Pour in the warm milk (or warm water) and mix to a smooth, thick consistency.
• Cover the bowl and let it sit and froth up.

Knead the dough

• Add the remaining flour and the remaining oil.
• Knead by hand or with a stand mixer until you get a soft dough.

Use the dough

• The dough is now ready to use for fatayer, manakeesh, cheese boats, buns or pizza.