Homemade Pita Bread
Homemade Pita Bread is soft, fluffy, and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or dipping into your favorite hummus! Whether baked in the oven or cooked on the stovetop, this foolproof recipe delivers warm, fresh pita every time.
Calories: 165kcal
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups 440g all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup 240ml warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes (stand mixer) or 8–10 minutes (by hand) until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Divide & Roll: Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a ¼-inch thick circle.
- Cook the Pita:
- Oven Method: Preheat to 475°F (245°C). Place pitas on a hot baking sheet and bake for 2–3 minutes until puffed. Flip and bake 1–2 more minutes.
- Stovetop Method: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each pita for 1–2 minutes on one side, flip, and cook another 1–2 minutes.
- Keep Warm: Stack cooked pitas and cover with a towel to keep soft. Enjoy fresh or store for later!
Notes
- For whole wheat pita, replace half of the flour with whole wheat flour.
- To ensure pitas puff up, roll them evenly and make sure your oven or pan is hot.
- Store pita bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.