Dairy-Free Greek Pita Bread
Fluffy, soft, and completely dairy-free, this Greek Pita Bread recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking homemade perfection with simple, wholesome ingredients. Made with just flour, olive oil, yeast, and a touch of sugar, these golden pockets come together in just under two hours, including a one-hour rise for that signature pillowy texture. Cooked in a skillet rather than baked, these pita breads achieve a toasty yet tender finish with beautiful golden-brown spots. Whether you're using them to scoop up hummus, wrap around your favorite fillings, or serve alongside a savory Mediterranean meal, these Dairy-Free Greek Pita Breads are as versatile as they are delicious. Perfectly soft yet sturdy, they're a delightful addition to your collection of dairy-free and vegan bread recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently to combine and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the surface becomes foamy.
Add 2 1/2 cups of the all-purpose flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough hook until a sticky dough forms.
Add olive oil to the dough and continue mixing until incorporated.
Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of flour, mixing until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on medium speed for about 5 minutes. If kneading by hand, transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for approximately 10 minutes.
Once the dough is elastic and smooth, shape it into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
On a floured surface, roll each ball into a circle about 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
Preheat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with some olive oil.
Carefully place one circle of dough into the hot skillet. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until the pita bread puffs up and develops golden brown spots.
Remove the cooked pita bread from the skillet and place it on a plate. Cover with a clean towel to keep warm while cooking the remaining dough circles.
Serve the Dairy-Free Greek Pita Bread warm, or allow it to cool and store it in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.6 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
