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Pita Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 150
Enjoy homemade pita bread with soft, fluffy texture perfect for sandwiches or snacks.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 ΒΌ cups all-purpose flour

Instructions 

  • Mix water, yeast, sugar, salt, olive oil, and 1 cup of flour. Add more flour until dough is soft and slightly sticky. Knead until smooth.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and rest for 40 minutes or refrigerate.
  • Divide dough into 8 pieces and roll into thin circles.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, lightly oil, and cook pitas 2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Keep cooked pitas warm in a towel. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

Leftover pitas can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $3
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Pita