Homemade Pita Bread Recipe
Learn how to make the softest, fluffiest pita bread with this easy homemade recipe.
Servings: 8 pitas
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 8 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten into a 1/4-inch-thick round.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Cook each pita for 2-3 minutes on each side until puffed and golden.