🫓 Soft & Fluffy Homemade Pita Bread

⭐ Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup warm water (not hot)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tsp instant yeast

🥣 Instructions

1. Make the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix warm water + sugar + yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

2. Add salt, olive oil, and flour.

3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough becomes soft and smooth.

2. Rest the Dough

• Cover the bowl and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled.

3. Shape the Pitas

1. Punch down the dough and divide into 6–8 balls.

2. Roll each ball into a circle about ¼ inch thick.

3. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

4. Cook the Pitas

Option A – Stove:

• Heat a pan/tawa on medium-high.

• Place one rolled dough.

• Cook 1 minute → flip → cook 1 minute until it puffs.

Option B – Oven:

• Preheat oven to 240°C / 465°F.

• Bake on a hot tray for 3–4 minutes until puffed.

5. Keep Soft

• Place cooked pitas into a clean towel so they stay warm and fluffy.

🍽️ Serve With

• Hummus

• Chicken shawarma

• Falafel

• Garlic sauce

• Grilled kebabs

❓ Q & A

Q: Why didn’t my pita puff?

A: Dough must be soft, evenly rolled, and the pan/oven must be very hot.

Q: Can I store them?

A: Yes, keep in an airtight bag for 2 days, or freeze for 1 month.

Q: Can I use whole-wheat flour?

A: Yes, use 50% whole-wheat + 50% all-purpose for softer results.

Q: My dough is sticky—what should I do?

A: Add a little flour at a time, but keep the dough soft (soft dough makes fluffy pita).