Pita Bread
Pita bread made with a bread machine; the dough puffs up to form a pocket.
Story
This pita bread is made with a bread machine, which makes the process simple and hands-off. During baking, the dough puffs up beautifully to create the signature hollow pocket inside, perfect for stuffing with your favorite fillings.
Ingredients
water
1 1/4 cups
bread flour
3 1/2 cups
salt
1 teaspoon
olive oil
2 tablespoons
instant yeast
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Mixing Dough
Place all dough ingredients into the bread machine according to the manufacturer's instructions and set the dough cycle.
2
Shaping
After the cycle completes, remove the dough and place it on a floured work surface. Knead briefly, then divide into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press into rounds approximately 1 inch thick.
3
Resting
Cover the dough with a damp towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
4
Preheating the Oven
Preheat the oven to 475°F, placing a baking stone or baking tray inside to preheat.
5
Rolling the Dough
Roll each piece of dough into a round 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick.
6
Baking
Spray water into the 475°F oven, quickly place the first piece of dough inside, reduce the heat to 450°F, and bake for 3 minutes.
7
Cooling and Storage
Remove and let cool, then cover with a damp towel. Once completely cooled, place in a sealed bag and freeze for storage.
