Homemade Pita Bread
Soft, pillowed Mediterranean/Middle Eastern flatbread with a hollow center, perfect for fillings or dips. Achieve bakery-quality results with simple technique and basic ingredients.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C)
Instructions
- Combine flour and salt in a large bowl
- Add olive oil and instant yeast, then mix
- Gradually add warm water and knead until smooth
- Cover and let rest for 30 minutes
- Divide dough into 8 balls, roll into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a baking stone/rack on middle shelf
- Bake for 4-5 minutes until pitas puff and turn golden
Notes
Use a pizza stone for best puffing results
Let dough rest properly for optimal expansion
Store in airtight container for up to 2 days
For reheating, warm in oven at 350°F (180°C) for 2-3 minutes
Let dough rest properly for optimal expansion
Store in airtight container for up to 2 days
For reheating, warm in oven at 350°F (180°C) for 2-3 minutes
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 270mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g