World's Greatest Pita Bread Recipe

Fluffy, pillowy pita bread that's unbelievably easy to make at home! This recipe yields 12 perfectly puffed pitas, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or dipping in hummus. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this keeper recipe!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 280 mins
Calories 273 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for World's Greatest Pita Bread

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How to Make World's Greatest Pita Bread

  1. In a large bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Lightly grease a large bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough to release the air. Return the dough to the bowl, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Gently knead the dough for a minute or two on a lightly floured surface.
  7. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 4-6 inch circle.
  8. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the rolled-out pitas on the baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for another 30 minutes.
  9. Heat a large dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  10. Cook each pita for 1-2 minutes per side, or until puffed and lightly browned with some speckles.
  11. Wrap each cooked pita in a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft.
  12. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

3g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make World's Greatest Pita Bread?

World's Greatest Pita Bread takes about 310 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 280 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in World's Greatest Pita Bread?

World's Greatest Pita Bread has approximately 273 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for World's Greatest Pita Bread?

The key ingredients for World's Greatest Pita Bread are Yeast, Sugar, Warm Water, Olive Oil, Salt, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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