Pita Bread For The Breadmaker Recipe

Fluffy, pillowy pita bread made easy with your bread machine! This recipe is adapted from a Better Homes and Gardens recipe, using water instead of milk for equally delicious results. Get perfectly browned pita pockets in minutes – perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or dipping in hummus. Learn how to achieve that authentic, airy texture at home, saving time and money.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 165 mins

Calories 158.9 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pita Bread For The Breadmaker

1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
Olive Oil
Bread Machine Flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Bread Machine Yeast

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How to Make Pita Bread For The Breadmaker

Add the ingredients to your bread machine in this order: water, oil, salt, sugar, flour, and yeast.
Select the dough cycle on your bread machine according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Once the dough cycle is complete, let the dough rest in the machine for 10 minutes.
Gently turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 10 equal-sized balls.
Roll each ball into a 6-inch circle using a lightly floured rolling pin.
Place the pita rounds onto a baking sheet lightly greased with oil.
Brush each pita with a little oil and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Let rise for 30 minutes, or until slightly puffy.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Lightly brush the tops of the risen pita with oil.
Bake for 7-9 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up. (Note: baking time may vary depending on your oven).
Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your warm, homemade pita bread!
Makes 10 pita breads.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Preparation Healthy Breads Bread Machine Dietary Low Cholesterol Inexpensive Healthy 2 Yeast Low In Something Equipment Small Appliance 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pita Bread For The Breadmaker?

Pita Bread For The Breadmaker takes about 185 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 165 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pita Bread For The Breadmaker?

Pita Bread For The Breadmaker has approximately 158.9 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pita Bread For The Breadmaker?

The key ingredients for Pita Bread For The Breadmaker are Milk, Olive Oil, Bread Machine Flour, Sugar, Salt, Bread Machine Yeast. See the full list with measurements above.