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Easy Flavor-Packed Greek Pita Recipe

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This easy Greek pita bread recipe yields soft, fluffy pitas with perfect pockets, made from simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 90 minutes. Perfect for stuffing with your favorite fillings or serving alongside Mediterranean dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (one packet)
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or nigella seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, dried oregano, and garlic powder if using.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the flour mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic but slightly tacky.
  5. First rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
  6. Divide and shape: Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces (~3 oz / 85 g each). Roll each into a smooth ball and rest for 10 minutes.
  7. Roll out the pitas: On a floured surface, roll each ball into a 6-inch (15 cm) diameter circle about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
  8. Preheat oven: Heat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside until very hot.
  9. Bake the pitas: Transfer pitas onto the hot stone or sheet and bake 3–4 minutes until puffed and lightly golden. Flip and bake 1–2 more minutes if needed.
  10. Cool and store: Place baked pitas in a clean towel to keep warm and soft. Store cooled pitas in an airtight container or plastic bag.

Notes

Use warm water around 110°F to activate yeast properly. Let dough balls rest 10 minutes before rolling to relax gluten. Preheat baking surface thoroughly for best puffing. Brush with olive oil before baking for a crisp crust. If pitas don’t puff, they still taste great sliced and stuffed. For stovetop cooking, use a hot cast iron skillet and cook 1–2 minutes per side.

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Keywords: Greek pita, homemade pita bread, easy pita recipe, Mediterranean bread, soft pita, pita pocket, quick bread

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