Description
This easy homemade pita bread recipe yields soft, fluffy bread with a perfect pocket, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, then knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for at least 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or sheet inside.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until puffed and lightly browned.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: pita bread, homemade bread, Mediterranean, easy recipe, versatile