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Pita Bread Recipe (Oven or Stovetop)

This homemade Pita Bread Recipe puffs up beautifully to form that perfect pocket inside. Watch the video tutorial and learn how to make Pita Bread in the oven or on the stovetop.

We love recreating our favorite Mediterranean recipes from Greek Salad to Tzatziki Sauce. If you are a fan of Mediterranean flavors, this Pita Recipe is a must-try!

Pita breads cooing on a towel

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Ingredients for Pita Bread

Pita dough is made with these basic pantry staples:

  • Warm water – should be 110˚F to 115˚F on a thermometer
  • Instant yeast – 1 packet or 2 1/4 tsp of instant or rapid rise yeast
  • Sugar – to help jumpstart the proofing process
  • Flour – we love a combination of mostly all-purpose flour to keep the pita very soft, with a little whole wheat flour to add flavor and color
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil – use extra virgin for the best flavor
  • Salt – we use fine sea salt. As with any bread, salt is critical for a great tasting bread.
Ingredients for making pita bread

How to Make Pita Dough

  1. Proof Yeast – In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, yeast, and whole wheat flour. Whisk and set aside for 15 minutes until foamy. 
  2. Add remaining flour, olive oil, and salt and stir until shaggy. 
  3. Knead – Turn out onto a clean surface and knead for 5 minutes. It will get less sticky as you knead. If it’s too sticky to knead, sprinkle with a little flour and continue kneading. Dough should be soft and tacky to the touch. 
  4. Proof Dough – Grease a clean mixing bowl 1 tsp olive oil. Add dough and turn to coat in oil. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and place in a warm (100˚F) place 45 minutes, or at room temperature 90 minutes, until doubled in volume. 
  5. Preheat Oven – Once dough has doubled (if using oven method) preheat oven to 500˚F with a baking stone or inverted baking sheet on the bottom rack position and let stone heat up for at least 20 minutes.
Step by step instructions for making dough for pitas

How to Form Pita Bread

  1. Divide Dough – Punch dough down, transfer to a clean surface and cut into 8 even pieces. Cup your hand around each dough ball and roll on the counter until you no longer see a dimple underneath. Cover with a damp kitchen towel and rest 15 minutes to let gluten relax for easier rolling.
  2. Roll Dough – Generously dust work surface and dough ball and press gently into a disk with your fingertips to disperse bubbles. Roll dough balls to 7” wide and less than 1/4” thick. Makes sure disks aren’t sticking to the counter. Keep rolled disks covered with a damp towel. Do not stack pitas. Let disks rest 10 minutes before baking for better puffing.
How to form pita bread dough step by step instructions

To Bake Pita Bread

Place 2 pieces of dough on the fully preheated pizza stone and bake at 500˚F 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until puffed. Transfer to a rack for 5 minutes then cover with a dry towel so they don’t dry out. Repeat with remaining pitas.

Pita bread puffing in the oven

Stovetop Pita Bread

Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium/high heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Lay pita on the hot skillet for 30 seconds. As soon as you see bubbles, flip the pita and cook 1 minute – it will puff then flip and cook 1 minute.

Pita bread puffing on a cast iron skillet

Why did my pita bread not puff up?

After many batches (and a freezer packed with homemade pita bread), we identified all of the tips and tricks to get that mesmerizing puff and perfectly formed pocket in the center.

  • Fresh Ingredients – Make sure your ingredients are fresh and yeast or flour is not expired
  • Generously flour the counter before rolling the dough. If the dough sticks to the counter while rolling, the pita may tear causing steam to escape so it won’t puff properly. 
  • Preheat baking stone – Place the stone in the oven while it’s preheating to 500˚F and make sure it’s in there for at least 20 minutes. The dough being in contact with a super hot surface is what causes trapped steam to swell and puff up the center of the pita. 
  • Preheat cast-iron – Place over medium/high heat. You know it’s ready when you add a drop of water and it sizzles and evaporates instantly.
  • Forming dough balls – roll the dough until you no longer see a dimple at the bottom (which can prevent the pita from puffing properly, or cause a tear/deflating).
  • Use your fingertips to press the dough into a small disk before rolling it out helps to disperse the air bubbles in the dough which helps it rise more evenly. 
Perfectly puffed pita bread

Common Questions

What is Pita Bread?

Pita is a quick-cooking, yeast-leavened flatbread that puffs up when it’s cooked to form a pocket in the center.

What is the difference between pita bread and naan or flatbread?

Pita bread is a lighter bread that is leavened with yeast, while flatbread is not. Naan usually has an egg and yogurt base.

Can I omit the whole wheat flour?

Yes, you can just use all-purpose flour and the pita bread will still work great. Whole wheat is traditional and adds a little color and hint of nutty flavor.

Why is my pita bread dry?

To keep the dough from drying out, it must be covered with a damp kitchen towel after rolling into dough balls and into disks. Also, cover the pita bread with a dry kitchen towel 5 minutes after it is cooked or it will get dry.

Soft Pita breads stacked in bread bowl

How to Serve Pita Bread

Pita bread can be served so many ways. Here are some of our favorites:

  • Gyros – fill with gyro meat, lettuce, tomato, feta cheese, and Tzatziki Sauce.
  • Fajita Pitas – put Chicken and Mushroom Fajitas or Shrimp Fajitas over pita bread and serve.
  • With Dip – slice up the pita bread into wedges, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve with Tzatziki or Hummus.
  • Stuffed Pitas – Cut pita bread in half, open the pita pocket and fill with Chicken Salad or Tuna Salad.
  • Toasted Chips – Cut pita into wedges, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with salt and bake in a single layer at 375˚F for about 10 minutes.
Pita Pocket center for filling and serving

Make-Ahead

  • Room Temperature: Once pita breads are at room temperature, transfer to a zip bag and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: Once pita bread is at room temperature, transfer to a freezer safe zip bag. When sealing the bag, remove any excess air then freeze up to 3 months. You can lightly stack multiple pita breads in a bag, but don’t pack them in or it will be difficult to separate later.
  • To Reheat: Warm pitas in an oven, air fryer, toaster or microwave until thawed and just warm.
Made ahead pita breads ready for freezer

There’s no match for soft and fresh homemade pita bread. Let me know how you love to enjoy pita.

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Homemade Pita Bread Recipe

4.96 from 93 votes
Author: Natasha Kravchuk
Homemade pita bread stacked
Homemade Pita Bread is easy to make and puffs up to form a stuffable pocket inside. We included instructions for baking in the oven or cooking pita bread on the stovetop.
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 8 pita breads

Instructions

How to Make Pita Dough:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, yeast, and 1/4 cup whole wheat flour. Whisk to combine then set aside for 15 minutes until puffy and foamy on top.
  • Add olive oil, 2 1/2 cups flour and salt and stir together with a wooden spoon until shaggy.
  • Turn out onto a clean smooth surface and knead vigorously for 5 minutes. The dough should feel sticky to your hands but will get less sticky as you knead and should not be sticking to the counter. If the dough is too sticky to knead, sprinkle with a little more flour and continue kneading. Dough should be soft and tacky to the touch.
  • Wash and dry the mixing bowl and grease the inside of the bowl with 1 tsp olive oil inside the bowl. Add dough and turn to coat in oil. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and place in a warm (100˚F) place for 45 minutes, or at room temperature about 90 minutes until doubled in volume.
  • If Baking Pita: Once dough has doubled, preheat oven to 500˚F with a baking stone or baking sheet on the bottom rack position. You need to let the stone heat up for at least 20 minutes or the pita won’t puff properly

How to Form Pita Bread:

  • Punch dough down and Transfer dough to a clean surface and divide into 8 even pieces. Cup your hand around each dough ball and roll until you no longer see a dimple or seam underneath. Cover balls with a damp kitchen towel and rest 15 minutes for gluten to relax and make it easier to roll them out.
  • Place a dough ball onto a surface generously dusted and press gently into a disk with your fingertips to disperse bubbles. Roll dough balls to 7” wide and less than 1/4” thick. Move the disk several times while rolling to ensure it doesn’t stick to the counter. Keep rolled disks covered with a damp towel so they don’t dry out. Do not stack pitas. Let disks rest 10 minutes before baking and they will puff better.

To Bake Pita Bread:

  • Place 2-3 pieces of dough on the preheated pizza stone and bake at 500˚F 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until puffed. Remove from oven and transfer to a rack for 5 minutes then cover with a dry towel to keep the pitas from drying out.

Stovetop Instructions:

  • Preheat cast iron skillet over medium/high heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Lay pita on the hot skillet for 30 seconds. Once you see bubbling, flip the pitta and cook for 1 minute – it will puff then flip and cook another minute.

Nutrition Per Serving

198kcal Calories34g Carbs6g Protein4g Fat1g Saturated Fat1g Polyunsaturated Fat3g Monounsaturated Fat440mg Sodium88mg Potassium2g Fiber1g Sugar1IU Vitamin A1mg Vitamin C9mg Calcium2mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Pita Bread Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
198
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Sodium
 
440
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
88
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
34
g
11
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
1
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
9
mg
1
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: homemade pita bread, pita bread
Skill Level: Easy/Medium
Cost to Make: $2-$3
Calories: 198

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  • Rosaria
    December 11, 2023

    Hey Natasha,

    I am a bit nervous about kneading by hand. Could i use the hook attachment on a stand mixer for this dough? Thanks

    Reply

  • Wendy S.
    November 12, 2023

    Took the 2.5 hours and threw these together tonight. I went with the oven method as it seemed a little more fool proof. They turned out beautifully. I can always count on your recipes!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      November 13, 2023

      Thank you for trusting us, Wendy. We’re so glad that you loved it!

      Reply

  • Vicki
    November 1, 2023

    Thank you for the recipe, I am going to try them this coming weekend. It was recommended by my cardiologist that I follow the Mediterranean diet for my heart health as I am unable to take many medications. And with a double MTHFR mutation, I am unable to consume folic acid, which pretty much enriches every brand of pita bread I have been able to find. I will just make my own like I do everything else. THANKS!

    Reply

  • Linda Styles
    September 19, 2023

    Made your Pita Bread. Delicious Thank you for the awesome recipe xoxo

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      September 19, 2023

      You’re welcome, Linda. Great to hear that you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  • Debi
    August 23, 2023

    Made this to accompany a Greek salad and they were a big hit with the ladies at our bible study! Recipe was easy to follow and came out beautifully! I used my cast iron pan and they puffed up and darkened perfectly! Thanks for another fabulous recipe:)

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      August 23, 2023

      I’m glad to hear that it was a huge hit, Debi! Thanks so much for sharing.

      Reply

  • พงษ์กฤษณ์ มงคลสินธุ์
    July 11, 2023

    I try your recipe ans method. It is wonderful. thank you for your share. Although Thailand is my home country, I like Pita bread.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      July 11, 2023

      Thank you for trying my recipe. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply

  • Anna
    May 26, 2023

    Every recipe here is flawless! This one is not an exception. I think the temperature of the oven is the most critical partin perfecting this.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      May 26, 2023

      Thank you for sharing, Anna! I’m so glad you loved this recipe as well.

      Reply

  • Marla
    April 25, 2023

    This was first try at making pita and it is perfect! My fiancé has Syrian heritage, and I am always recreating the family recipes. I made shawarmas and figured, I must make pita! I tried both stovetop and oven. The ones in oven puffed completely, while the skillet bubbled. Maybe not hot enough. So I put the cast iron skillet into the oven too! I love the browning the skillet gives.
    Flavor and texture were perfect!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      April 25, 2023

      That’s amazing, Maria! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply

  • Anne
    April 17, 2023

    Outstanding! This is my new go to” pita recipe. Used the stove top method. Fast, easy and it turned out great!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      April 18, 2023

      So glad you found a new favorite, go-to recipe, Anne! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply

  • Leanne
    March 25, 2023

    Thank you for sharing this recipe. I saw another person who has a recipe for spinach artichoke pitas that I wanted to surprise my husband with but I needed a pita recipe. You have become my #1 go to for new recipes and I am so glad you have a pita recipe. These look so easy to make that i. Sure even I can do it.
    Is it horrible I already want summer to be over so your cookbook will be out? I have it preordered and am impatiently waiting for it’s release.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      March 26, 2023

      Hi Leanne! You’re very welcome. I hope your husband loves this recipe!
      Thank you for your love and support. I greatly appreciate it.

      Reply

  • Brandi K.
    February 7, 2023

    Love, love, love these! I had never made pitas before and decided to give this recipe a try about a year ago since it seemed so easy. It was easy and even better, the pitas were amazing! I now make them quite often for my family, who also share the mutual love for these pitas. ♥️ Thank you Natasha, for sharing such a delicious recipe.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 7, 2023

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Brandi!

      Reply

  • Julie Jenkins
    February 4, 2023

    Loved this recipe. The oven ones rose better than the cast iron. Made your hummus also. We like it with fresh veggies 😋.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      February 4, 2023

      Hi Julie! I’m so glad you loved this recipe. Thank you for the feedback.

      Reply

  • Josh
    January 22, 2023

    Turned out great with one modification. Used the stovetop method and let them cook on one side 30 seconds, per the recipe, before flipping. They wouldn’t puff. This step is just about searing the side to allow the air to trap, so I reduced this to about ten seconds and they reliably puffed after that. I think the 30 second cook time was cooking the inside of the pita too much to allow that nice bubble to form.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 23, 2023

      Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Josh! I’m glad it worked out well and they puffed up for you!

      Reply

  • Kerry L
    November 24, 2022

    My first try at pita bread was one with the most 5 star reviews that came up on Google. No comment on that one. Today, I tried Natasha’s recipe. I had to sub AP flour instead of WW, as I had none. This recipe is absolutely superb. I did it in the oven, bottom rack on my stone. Every last one puffed up beautifully, and they taste great. I don’t think I’ll ever go back to store bought, this is so simple to make. Thanks Natasha!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      November 24, 2022

      That’s great, Kerry! I’m so glad to hear that. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply

  • Jess
    October 19, 2022

    Only some of mine puffed and the ones that did only puffed partly. That being said, they are so soft and delicious!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      October 20, 2022

      Hi Jess, I would recommend reviewing the section titled “Why did my pita bread not puff up?” for troubleshooting, but I’m so glad you enjoyed the pita bread.

      Reply

  • Beth
    October 4, 2022

    Can’t thank you enough for this video and the excellent, easy to follow instructions! I’ve been baking for over 30 years, and pita “puff” has always been a challenge. I really think the resting in between stages is the key. I used a baking sheet in the oven- and it worked! No pizza stone required! Now to master the cast
    iron stove top method. Thanks a bunch!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      October 4, 2022

      That’s wonderful! You’re very welcome, Beth! So glad it was helpful.

      Reply

  • HR
    September 13, 2022

    Thank you for giving me a foolproof pita bread recipe .. I’ve tried so many other recipes, but mine never puffed up. With this recipe i got beautifully soft, puffed up, delicious pitas!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      September 13, 2022

      Wonderful! I’m happy that you found this recipe.

      Reply

  • Bee
    September 4, 2022

    I love this recipe and even though mine seldom puff “properly” they are always fantastic- pliable and I can still use a knife to make a slit for a pocket. I don’t know if it’s my yeast or my rolling technique but I’m still happy with the results!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      September 6, 2022

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Bee! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

      Reply

  • Lavaughn
    August 27, 2022

    Excellent recipe and results!!! So soft and tasty. I did both stove top and oven method – for me, the oven pitas were perfect everytime. The stove was a little hot and miss for me though.
    The “duds” are going to wraps later.
    I can’t wait to fill them. I’m currently preparing a batch for the freezer – back-to-school prep.

    Thanks Natasha!!!

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      August 27, 2022

      You’re very welcome! Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply

  • Jacquie 🖤
    August 26, 2022

    I want to make this today it sounds good, however I don’t have any whole wheat flour on hand. Would I be able to use regular ap flour?

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      August 26, 2022

      Hi Jacquie! You could try replacing it.

      Reply

  • Lizzie
    August 1, 2022

    Hi Natasha, my family doesn’t like whole wheat flour , can I replace with regular flour ?

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      August 1, 2022

      Hi Lizzie, this recipe uses both, (more all purpose flour than wheat) but you could try replacing.

      Reply

  • Cheryl
    July 18, 2022

    Oh my gosh these are so good and easy! I’ve tried other pita recipes but looks like yours is my new favorite (& go to!). They puffed up perfectly (I baked them on a stone in the oven) and break open the way they should. Can’t wait for dinner…I’ll try not to eat them all before falafel night; thank you so much!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 18, 2022

      I’m so happy you found a favorite on my blog, Cheryl! Thank you for sharing your fantastic review with me!

      Reply

  • carol ann priddy
    July 18, 2022

    Good morning, I love watching your videos and enjoy making your recipes. The dough was beautiful for these, but mine did not puff, what might I have done wrong?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 18, 2022

      Hi Carol Ann, Forming dough balls properly is crucial to the pita bread puffing up. Ensure you roll the dough until you no longer see a dimple at the bottom (which can prevent the pita from puffing properly or cause a tear/deflating).

      Reply

  • Lesan
    July 13, 2022

    I already had something the oven, and so I opted for the stovetop cooking method. Terrific!!! I will definitely be making this recipe often!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      July 13, 2022

      Glad that worked out well! Thanks for the good review and feedback.

      Reply

  • Jim F.
    July 9, 2022

    Hi Natasha,

    What does this mean?
    “roll the dough until you no longer see a dimple at the bottom”
    I never made Pita before and not sure what a dimple is? And then there is only one dimple? I don’t get it.
    Thanks,
    Jim F.

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    • Natasha
      July 11, 2022

      HI Jim, the dimple refers to the seam of where the dough comes together to form a ball.

      Reply

  • Donna
    June 8, 2022

    🙏 thank you so much for sharing this recipe…can’t wait to try it. Especially appreciate the nutrition disclosure and the metric conversion option 🙏

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 8, 2022

      I hope you love it, Donna!

      Reply

  • Sveta
    May 31, 2022

    We used this recipe several times. Pitas always puff up. We eat them right from the pan with herb butter or make sandwiches later.
    We make dough in a bread maker. After that follow above directions. Easy.

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      May 31, 2022

      Hi Sveta! I’m so glad you enjoy this recipe. Thank you for your feedback.

      Reply

  • Doreen
    May 22, 2022

    Unfortunately, mine did not pop up. They were very doughy. I did them in my cast iron pan. Maybe better luck net time.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      May 23, 2022

      Hi Doreen, darn, I wonder why they didn’t work. I recommend reviewing the steps again and ensuring nothing was altered in the recipe.

      Reply

      • Màry Jane Hammell
        March 10, 2023

        Hi. The dough was fantastic. And they puffed up. But afterwards there was no way to slit them open. They were stuck together… Did they not cook long enough??

        Reply

        • Natashas Kitchen
          March 11, 2023

          Hi Mary Jane, that may be the culprit, but also ensure everything was preheated really well and your oven was hot enough. I recommend using an in-oven thermometer.

          Reply

  • Menka
    May 16, 2022

    I am obsessed with your easy recipes…love the pita bread…made it twice in a week 💓
    Thank you so much

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      May 16, 2022

      Isn’t it the best to make things like this at home?! I’m so glad you loved it, Menka!

      Reply

  • Day
    April 24, 2022

    This was my first go at Pita Bread, I chose your video because your tutorial was amazing and so easy to follow.

    They did cook up just like they should, and there was zero confusion because you did such a great job on your video…… but the pitas taste just awful, and I mean, awful. I followed everything to a T, changed absolutely nothing, added nothing except using active instead of instant yeast, which is not a big deal….. they are so salty that they are inedible. My daughter who we make fun of as a salt feign ate two, but the rest were thrown into the trash.

    I have spent the last 4 hours researching if perhaps I did not let them proof long enough, if there was something in your recipe that goes against using regular active yeast (salt shouldn’t be an issue there), and finally, I just looked at tons of other recipes, and yours has almost double the amount of salt as any of the other recipes, and always a 1/3rd more (1tsp is normal).

    I don’t understand why you have more salt than not, nor how mine ended up so salty they were inedible, but there you have it.

    I gave you 3 stars because seriously, amazing job on the video tutorial, I can not thank you enough for that, it made it so simple, but the recipe itself is just awful. Sorry.

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    • Natasha
      April 26, 2022

      HI Day, I haven’t had them come out too salty and definitely not to the point of being inedible. Did you possibly use a Tablespoon measure instead of a teaspoon? 1 1/2 tsp of fine sea salt should not seem too salty with nearly 3 cups of flour unless too much salt was added?

      Reply

    • Karen
      May 24, 2022

      Sea salt and regular iodized salt are very different, iodized salt is much saltier! That could be the difference

      Reply

  • Stephanie
    April 18, 2022

    I’m trying this recipe for an event this weekend. Do you think they will stay fresh for a day or two, so I can make them in advance?

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      April 18, 2022

      Hi Stephanie, yes, you can transfer to a zip bag and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.

      Reply

  • Kathryn
    March 24, 2022

    Do you have a recipe or recommendation for making your own gyros meat/loaf?

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      March 24, 2022

      Hi Kathryn. I do not, I’m sorry.

      Reply

  • Rachel
    March 24, 2022

    One says all purpose flour and the recipe itself says whole wheat?

    Reply

    • NatashasKitchen.com
      March 24, 2022

      Hi Rachel, please review the recipe card for ingredients. This recipe uses both.

      Reply

  • Sherry
    March 6, 2022

    These were so delicious and easy to make. Can’t wait to make them again. Thanks for a terrific recipe!

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you for the awesome feedback, Sherry!

      Reply

  • KM
    February 26, 2022

    Fabulous pita recipe! I’ve never had such success in getting pitas to puff up. Absolutely perfect.

    Thanks for a great recipe.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 26, 2022

      You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, KM!

      Reply

  • Rachael
    February 12, 2022

    Made these last night and they came out perfectly! Great recipe.
    Have you made whole wheat ones?

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 12, 2022

      Hi Rachael, I have not, but I bet that would work! If you happen to try that, let me know how you liked the recipe.

      Reply

  • Lillie
    February 9, 2022

    Best pitas I’ve ever made! Great instructions! Puffed perfectly and came out looking picture perfect. Will def be my go-to pita recipe from here on out! Thank you!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 9, 2022

      Wow! That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Lilie!

      Reply

  • Sandy Gribble
    February 4, 2022

    I had the same problem as Dedere, my pita did not puff up my yeast was fresh and I measured everything I thought correctly. I will try again soon, they taste good for flat bread 😁

    Reply

  • JeffL
    February 3, 2022

    Also — why proof instant yeast? And why use instant rather than regular active dry? Thanks.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      February 3, 2022

      Hi Jeff, I have always made this pita recipe with quick rise so I can’t speak to active dry but I would assume it should work fine with a little longer rising time.

      Reply

  • JeffL
    February 3, 2022

    Hi Natasha — My pita breads are still not puffing up hardly at all! I’m using a baking stone, and a kitchen scale to measure the flour. I’m having trouble rolling the dough balls so the dimple disappears, do you have any advice? Also, even though I make sure the warm water is 110-115 degrees, my yeast doesn’t foam up very much (and it’s nowhere near expired), could that be part of the problem and if so what to do? Thanks!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      February 6, 2022

      Hi Jeff, it could be due to the yeast if you aren’t seeing any puffing happening. Make sure your yeast isn’t getting too hot or too cold. I would start with a fresh un-opened packet of yeast and see if you have better results. It also sounds like maybe you are using too much flour? Make sure to measure flour correctly since too much flour can make the dough tough to roll and will hinder the rise.

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    • Leslie M.
      April 28, 2022

      Hi JeffL,
      I have had issues with yeast not activating in the past (I use Fleischmann’s quick yeast in the jars). There is an expiry date, but they also recommend that you use it within 6 months after opening. So now, I mark the date that I open the jar, and then store it in the fridge. Most times it does still activate after the 6 months, but if not, I buy new.
      If your yeast is not foaming after 5 minutes, you will need to buy new yeast.
      Hope this helps. Best of luck!

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  • Judy
    February 1, 2022

    These were perfect! Even the most picky family members loved them! Looking forward to trying more of your recipes. Thank you!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      February 2, 2022

      Hello Judy, thanks for the fantastic feedback. I’m happy to hear that!

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  • Bret
    January 11, 2022

    I just made these and they turned out great. I made 6 in the oven and two on a skillet. The oven ones puffed up nicely and the skillet ones didn’t but they look like naan and still taste great. Thanks!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      January 11, 2022

      You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

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  • Rene Var
    December 8, 2021

    On video you did not say how much water you have for pitta bread looks like water is not 1 cup? Thanks

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      December 9, 2021

      Hi Rene, we used 1 cup warm water. I hope that helps!

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  • neilw
    November 20, 2021

    Great video, thanks for sharing. Will let you know how my pitta breads turn out.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      November 20, 2021

      I look forward to your feedback, Neil! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

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  • Nicole Vicioso
    August 10, 2021

    Can the dough be made in the standing mixer? I failed miserably at kneading, the was too sticky.

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    • Natasha
      August 11, 2021

      Hi Nicole, yes it would work in a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

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  • G C
    August 6, 2021

    Nevermind. I shouldn’t try to bake before I’ve finished my coffee.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      August 6, 2021

      No worries CG! I hope you love this recipe!

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  • G C
    August 6, 2021

    The recipe ingredients list calls for 2 1/2 cups flour.
    Step 1 calls for 1/4 cup.
    Step 2 calls for 2 1/2 cups, which would make 2 3/4 cups.
    I know I won’t get an answer before making these, so am going to wing it, but would appreciate some clarity. Thanks.

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    • liz
      October 13, 2021

      Hi GC, there is a link below the ingredients “METRIC” to convert the ingredients into grams

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  • Alice Glock
    July 23, 2021

    I was excited to find your video and look forward to trying out the recipe. I haven’t succeeded with other recipes/directions I have found, but much appreciate the exactness of thoroughness of your video, which I am sure will make a difference.
    My husband is gluten sensitive so I will later try a gluten-free flour…and report back since others have asked about it here.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 23, 2021

      I’m so glad you’re enjoying my recipes, Alice! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

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  • Theresa
    July 22, 2021

    Hi Natacha
    I will definitely make these pitas

    when it cooler loved watching the video thank you for sharing the recipe

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    • Natasha
      July 22, 2021

      I hope you love the pita recipe! Thank you for that encouraging feedback.

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  • Gretchen
    July 21, 2021

    I’ve done minimal baking with yeast, but this recipe was easy to follow. It described how the dough should look and feel, and so I knew when it wasn’t right, and knew to add more flour. It was easy, took very little time, and they are tasty.
    I’ll definitely make these again!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 21, 2021

      Hi Gretchen! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.

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  • Annamarie
    July 21, 2021

    Hi Natasha. Thank you for this recipe. I was interested in the scale you use. Did you attach a link for that?

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  • Jean Wimmer
    July 20, 2021

    Natasha, I made this recipe today using the stovetop method and they look amazing! I was having trouble getting them to inflate and realized I was waiting too long to flip them when the bubbles appeared (30 seconds was too long for me)….probably the heat of my Iron skillet. The bubbles were popping and letting the air escape so they didn’t inflate. Once I started turning them as soon as a few bubbles appeared they inflated perfectly. I was so proud….LOL! Thanks for a fun recipe!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 20, 2021

      I’m so glad it worked out, Jean!

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  • Patrick Quinn
    July 19, 2021

    One quick question: Getting quick rise yeast is no problem but I have a jar of dry active yeast in the refrigerator. Could I use that instead (realizing the rise times will be longer) or do you need the quick rise yeast to get the “puffiness” and hence the pocket in the finished product?

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    • Natasha
      July 19, 2021

      Hi Patrick, I have always made this pita recipe with quick rise so I can’t speak to active dry but I would assume it should work fine with a little longer rising time.

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    • Jenna
      August 6, 2021

      After reading about how to substitute dry active and instant yeast I’ve made the recipe with dry active yeast several times – adding 25% additional yeast.

      It worked every time for me.

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      • Natashas Kitchen
        August 6, 2021

        That’s so great! I’m glad it worked! Thank you for sharing that with me, Jenna!

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      • Rachelle
        November 9, 2021

        Jenna-I tried it that and it did not work out for me. How much extra yeast did you add to the 2 1/4 tsp? I have alot of active yeast that I would like to use up.

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  • Lissy
    July 18, 2021

    Can you make this with almond flour?

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      July 18, 2021

      Hello Lissy, I haven’t tried this with almond flour yet to advise. I also checked the comments and none have shared their experience using almond flour so far. If you do an experiment, please share with us how it goes!

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  • Pat
    July 17, 2021

    Being gluten free, can the gluten free general purpose flour be used in these recipes?

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 17, 2021

      Hi Pat, I haven’t tested this with gluten-free flour to advise on the outcome. If you happen to experiment, I would love to know how you like that.

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  • Heather
    July 17, 2021

    Hi Natasha,
    I enjoy watching your videos and have made a few of your recipes.
    I am wondering, do you have any low carb/keto recipes?
    Heather

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      July 18, 2021

      Hi Heather, great to hear that you’re enjoying my recipes and videos. Here are some healthy recipes that you can try.

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  • Mahnaz
    July 17, 2021

    I love u Natasha ❤️🌹

    Ur pita recipe awesome I made different recipe 👎

    I bake ur recipe pita bread delicious and so easy
    Thank u ❤️🌹🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 17, 2021

      That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Mahnaz!

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  • Mary Vazquez
    July 16, 2021

    Hello Natasha! I just saw your video on how to make pita 🫓 bread. You definitely inspired me. My husband and I truly enjoy your videos. As a matter of fact my husband always says he would like for us to be your neighbor so you can share with us😂. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that we are definitely subscribed to your channel and truly enjoy everything you make. In all honesty my husband is the chef of the family and when he wants to make something he’s never made before he looks up to see if you’ve made it and then looks up several videos until he designs the recipe on how he wants to make it. You know what the funny thing is? He speaks only Spanish and some English but he does understand it. Well, we are fans! Keep up the excellent work you’re doing! Sincerely, Mary

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 17, 2021

      Aww, that’s the best and sweetest comment! Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Mary. I’m all smiles and so happy to hear you and your husband are enjoying my recipes! I hope the videos and images are helpful to him!

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  • April
    July 16, 2021

    This was delicious! Super easy to make.

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  • Natalie
    July 16, 2021

    We love pita bread for so many things! Your recipe is fool proof & makes such perfect bread!

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    • Natasha
      July 16, 2021

      Hi Natalie, thank you for sharing your wonderful review. I’m so glad to hear that.

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      • Dedere
        July 17, 2021

        Hi Natasha. Mine didnt puff at all and i followed all of the instructions. They came out like a naan bread consistancy. Any idea where i could have gone wrong?
        I love your page and your recipes.
        Thanks. 🙂

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        • Natashas Kitchen
          July 17, 2021

          Hi Dedere, oh bummer, I haven’t had that experience, but I would make sure you are using non-expired instant yeast and not altering any ingredients or steps. I hope you give it another try soon!

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  • Kara
    July 16, 2021

    My daughter had a blast watching these puff up in the skillet! 🙂 We had them stuffed with chicken salad, and they were delish!

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    • Natasha
      July 16, 2021

      It’s always exciting and the kids love to watch that process also. Thanks for sharing your great review.

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