Carol’s Easy Pita Bread

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 3

Quick and Easy Pita Bread recipe for your daily meals

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

5-6 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

135

Sugar

Fat

Pita bread is a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. It is a type of flatbread that is baked and has a pocket in the middle that can be filled with various ingredients. Pita bread can be used for breakfast, lunch, or dinner as a base for sandwiches, wraps, or as an accompaniment to dips and salads. This recipe for easy pita bread requires only a few basic ingredients and no special equipment. The result is a soft, fluffy, and flavorful bread that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. You can customize the recipe by adding herbs, spices, or even cheese to the dough. Pita bread can be stored in a zip-top bag or an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons of quick-rising yeast and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
2.	Gradually add 1 1/4 cups of hot water (but not boiling) and mix using a wooden spoon or a mixer's dough hook attachment until you get a soft dough.
3.	Sprinkle 1/2 to 1 cup of flour onto your work surface, and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4.	Cover the dough with a plastic wrap, and rest for 30 minutes or until it doubles in size.
5.	Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
6.	Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball. Roll each ball into a flat disk, about 7-8 inches (18-20 cm) in diameter.
7.	Place the disks onto a baking sheet or a pizza stone, and bake in the oven for 5-6 minutes or until they puff up and become golden brown.
8.	Serve the pita bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

PROS

These pita breads are soft, fluffy and easy to make at home.

They can be used for sandwiches, wraps, and as an accompaniment to dips and salads.

This recipe requires only a few basic ingredients and no special equipment.

CONS

The dough is sticky and requires some effort to knead.
You may need more or less flour than the recipe calls for depending on the humidity and temperature in your kitchen.

The breads may not puff up perfectly if your oven temperature is not high enough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pita bread is a healthier alternative to regular bread as it is lower in calories and carbohydrates.
It is also high in protein and fiber, making it a filling and satisfying option for a meal or snack.
This recipe uses whole wheat flour, which is more nutritious than all-purpose flour as it contains more fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

	2 cups flour
	2 1/4 teaspoons quick-rising yeast
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 1/4 cups hot water ( but not boiling )
	1 - 1 1/2 cup flour