Description
This easy homemade pita bread recipe delivers soft, pocket-perfect flatbreads every time, using simple ingredients and foolproof techniques backed by baking science.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (100-110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil; stir until dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface or mixer for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough, divide into 6–8 balls, and roll each into 1/4-inch thick discs.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook each pita 1–2 minutes per side until golden and puffed.
- Wrap cooked pitas in a towel to keep warm and soft. Serve fresh or store for later use.
Notes
Use warm water (100–110°F) for yeast activation and avoid over-kneading for soft, puffy pitas. Store in a towel or airtight bag to retain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita (about 60g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg