Fluffy Homemade Pita Bread
Experience the joy of baking with this simple and delightful pita bread recipe. Perfectly soft and airy, these pitas are a versatile addition to any meal, whether you’re serving them warm with dips or using them as wraps for your favorite fillings. With just a few key ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll impress family and friends alike with fresh, homemade pita bread that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 pitas 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- After rising, punch down the dough gently to release air bubbles and divide it into small portions.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a baking stone or inverted baking sheet inside. Roll each portion into circles about 1/4 inch thick.
- Bake each pita for 3-4 minutes until puffed and lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita (60g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg