Mignon's Pita Bread Pocket Bread
Experience the magic of homemade bread with Mignon's Pita Bread Pocket Bread, a soft and fluffy delight that’s perfect for creating the ultimate handheld meal. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and yeast, this pita recipe combines easy techniques with impressive results. Watch as these dough rounds puff up beautifully in the oven, forming signature pockets ready to be filled with your favorite savory combinations—think grilled chicken, fresh veggies, or creamy hummus. With just 90 minutes of prep time, this recipe delivers bakery-quality pita bread that’s light, versatile, and customizable for any meal. Perfectly golden and irresistibly tender, these pita pockets will elevate your next lunch or dinner with authentic homemade flavor!
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Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients until the dough starts to come together. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 4
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Step 5
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and cover with a towel to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or an upside-down baking sheet inside to heat.
Step 7
On a floured surface, roll each dough ball into a circle approximately 1/4 inch thick. Make sure the circles are even to ensure proper puffing in the oven.
Step 8
Place the dough rounds on the hot baking stone or baking sheet. Bake for 4-5 minutes, or until the pitas puff up and are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep them soft.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and cover the baked pitas with a clean towel to retain moisture and keep them soft.
Step 10
Serve warm or at room temperature. Slice open to reveal the pockets and fill with your favorite ingredients like grilled meats, vegetables, or tahini spread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (765.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1818.1 |
| Total Fat 32.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2371.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 327.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.1g | |
| Protein 46.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 59.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 593.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories