Pita Bread #2

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Homemade Pita Bread #2 recipe to enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

75 min

Cook

6 min

Ready In

81 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

Pita bread is a Middle Eastern flatbread that is widely popular across the world. It's often used for wrapping sandwiches, scooping dips, and as a base for pizzas. This recipe for pita bread #2 is an easy and delicious way to enjoy fresh-baked pita bread at home. The dough is made with simple ingredients, and the bread is baked to perfection in the oven. Once you've tasted homemade pita bread, you'll never go back to store-bought.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine yeast, water, and honey/sugar.
2.	Add salt and flour gradually to the mixture until well combined and a sticky dough forms.
3.	Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
4.	Put the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and leave to rise for an hour.
5.	Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven to heat.
6.	Divide dough into 6-8 pieces and roll each into a ball.
7.	Using a rolling pin, flatten each ball into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
8.	Sprinkle cornmeal on the surface of the preheated baking sheet.
9.	Place the pita breads on the baking sheet and bake for 5-6 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
10.	Allow to cool before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

This homemade pita bread is delicious and more nutritious than storebought bread.

It is perfect for dipping in hummus, tzatziki, or any other dip you enjoy.

CONS

It takes a bit of time to make the dough and let it rise properly.

The high temperature of the oven can be dangerous so be careful with handling the baking sheet or pizza stone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This homemade pita bread is made with simple and wholesome ingredients.
It is a good source of fiber and carbohydrates, making it an excellent addition to a healthy diet.

	2 teaspoons dry yeast
	1 cup lukewarm water
	1 tablespoon sugar or 1 tablespoon honey
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	3 cups flour
	cornmeal
	cooking oil