Pita Bread from a Mix
Experience the joy of homemade pita bread with this effortless "Pita Bread from a Mix" recipe that's perfect for beginners and busy bakers alike. Made with convenient bread mix, olive oil, and warm water, this recipe takes a shortcut to fluffy, golden pita rounds while maintaining the authentic flavor and soft texture you crave. With just an hour of prep time—including a quick kneading session and simple rise—these pitas puff beautifully in the oven, thanks to the magic of a preheated baking stone or sheet. Whether served warm with your favorite dips or used as a base for sandwiches, these versatile flatbreads are a must-have for Mediterranean-inspired meals. Plus, since they’re easy to store, you can enjoy fresh pita anytime! Perfect for keywords like "easy pita bread," "homemade flatbread," and "bread recipes with a mix."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Bread mix
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread mix with 300 milliliters of warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Mix the ingredients together until a rough dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add up to 50 grams of all-purpose flour, a little at a time.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 230°C (450°F) and place a baking stone or heavy baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and cover with a towel to rest for 5 minutes.
On a floured surface, roll each ball into a circle about 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter and ¼ cm (1/8 inch) thick.
Carefully place 1-2 dough circles onto the preheated baking stone or baking sheet. Bake for 3-4 minutes, until the pitas puff up.
Flip the pitas and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Remove the baked pitas and cover them with a clean towel to keep soft while baking the rest.
Repeat the process with the remaining dough portions.
Serve warm or let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2501 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.2 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
