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Easy Homemade Pita Bread Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 150
Learn how to make soft, fluffy pita bread at home with this simple and quick recipe. Perfect for sandwiches, dips, or as a side.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup lukewarm water (about 105–110°F)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 package)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (or enough to form a soft and slightly sticky dough)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons salt

Instructions 

  • Mix warm water, sugar, yeast, and 1 cup of flour; let sit 15 minutes until bubbly.
  • Add olive oil, salt, and 1.5 cups of flour; mix until soft and no longer sticky, adding more flour if needed.
  • Knead for 5-6 minutes, form into a ball, and let rise in a oiled bowl covered for 2 hours.
  • Divide dough into 8 pieces, shape into balls, rest 30 minutes, then roll into 1/4-inch thick circles.
  • Cook each pita in a hot oiled skillet 2-3 minutes per side until puffed and browned; keep warm.

Notes

For best results, let the dough rest longer before baking to help form pockets.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $10
Course: bread
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Pita