Easy To Make Soft Tasty Greek Pitta Bread

Ingredients

• 3 cups (375 g) plain flour or bread flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2¼ tsp (1 packet / 7 g) active dry yeast
• ¾ cup (180 ml) warm water
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
• Optional: 2 tbsp plain yogurt (for softness)

Method

1. Activate yeast in warm water and sugar.
2. Mix with flour, salt, and olive oil.
3. Knead until smooth; rise until doubled.
4. Divide, shape, and roll into rounds.
5. Cook on a hot skillet until golden.
6. Activate YeastIn a bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
7. Make the DoughIn a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add olive oil, yogurt (if using), and the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
8. KneadTurn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Or use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.)
9. First RisePlace in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
10. Divide and RollPunch down the dough and divide into 6 equal balls. Roll each ball into a round about 6–7 inches (15–18 cm) wide.
11. Cook the PittasHeat a dry cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook each pita for 1–2 minutes per side until golden with brown spots. Stack and cover with a clean towel to keep warm and soft.