Spelt Pita Bread

Fluffy, golden, and subtly nutty, this homemade Spelt Pita Bread is a wholesome twist on a beloved classic. Crafted with nutrient-rich spelt flour, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and extra virgin olive oil for a soft, pliable texture, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a healthier alternative to traditional pita. The dough comes together with simple pantry ingredients and requires just 10 minutes of hands-on kneading before rising into perfection. Baked at high heat, these pitas puff beautifully to create that signature pocket, ready to be stuffed with your favorite fillings or dipped into creamy hummus. Ideal for a Mediterranean feast or a quick, wholesome snack, this recipe delivers warm, fresh-baked artisan bread in under two hours.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams Spelt flour
• 300 milliliters Lukewarm water
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine 100 milliliters of lukewarm water with the active dry yeast and honey. Stir well and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the spelt flour and salt. Make a well in the center.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture, olive oil, and the remaining 200 milliliters of lukewarm water to the flour.

Step 4

Mix with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms. Then knead the dough by hand on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F) and place a baking stone or an upside-down baking tray inside to heat up.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a circle about 5-7 mm thick.

Step 8

Place the dough circles onto a parchment paper sheet and keep them covered with a damp kitchen towel while working.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the dough circles onto the preheated baking stone or tray.

Step 10

Bake for 4-5 minutes until the pitas are puffed up and slightly golden but still soft. If working in batches, keep the unbaked pitas covered until ready to bake.

Step 11

Remove from oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(866.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2027

Total Fat 40.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2375.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 370.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 75.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138.3mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 2092.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.9%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 69.0%