The Softest Pita Pockets EVER!

This homemade pita recipe is a game-changer! We’ve all had that dry pita bread from the grocery store. You know, the kind that crumbles when you try to open it to put the filling inside? This recipe is made with very basic ingredients and so easy to make. If you follow my recipe you will end up with the softest pita bread that you’ve ever had. Perfect for sandwiches, dipping in stews, party platters, or for slathering with butter and honey and enjoying with a cup of tea.
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Makes 10 Pitas:
INGREDIENTS
The Dry Ingredients:
• 4 and ¼ cups (648 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
The Wet Ingredients:
• 1 cup (250 ml) lukewarm water
• 1 cup (250 ml) lukewarm whole milk
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl and whisk together. Set aside.
In the bowl of a tabletop mixer that is fitted with the dough hook attachment, add all of the wet ingredients except for the olive oil. Allow the yeast to activate for 8 minutes. As soon as a puffy cloud forms at the top of the mixture, the yeast is active.
Add the olive oil along with all of the dry ingredients and knead on low speed for 12 minutes.
Lightly grease a large bowl with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil and transfer the dough to the bowl. Toss to coat in oil and cover with plastic wrap. Set aside in the warmest room of your home to rise until doubled in volume. About 1 hour.
Cut the dough into 10 equal portions.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll each portion of dough out into about 6-7-inch circles. Keep their thickness even. Use as much flour as needed to roll them out evenly.
Sprinkle some semolina flour onto the work surface and place each rolled out piece of dough on it.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rise for 30 minutes.
Warm a cast-iron pan over medium heat.
Cook each pita 20-30 seconds per side and continue cooking until it puffs, and the pita is fully cooked (see video).
If the pita is not puffing up, increase the heat a little bit.
Transfer the pitas to a plate and serve immediately.
Leftover pitas can be stored in an airtight bag or container and kept in the freezer or the refrigerator until ready to use.
NOTES
Notes: To make whole wheat pitas, substitute 2 cups of whole wheat flour for 2 cups of all-purpose flour. This dough can be kneaded by hand. Knead it until it is no longer sticky. It should stay soft and tacky.
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[@beckyskinner5145]

My mother was from Lebanon and I can remember when she made the Lebanese mountain bread she would get so excited watching the loaf puff up. These breads were baked in the oven and my maternal grandma would use a wooden paddle to reach in and remove the bread. I'm old now but these memories are still fresh in my mind and heart.

[@DimitrasDishes]

That is awesome! Such precious memories. It's the reason I make these dishes. I hope that you enjoy this recipe :) xx

[@DimitrasDishes]

By the way, these can also be made in a preheated 450 °F oven. Just place the pitas on baking trays lined with parchment and sprinkled with some semolina flour. Bake them until they balloon and serve! They take 2-3 minutes in the oven :)

[@grizzle273463]

I wish I could be present and see your beloved mother react to her bread rising let alone seeing your grandma enjoy the efforts of her labor.. Mediterranean food and culture is a huge passion of mine. Best wishes Becky.

[@beckyskinner5145]

@@grizzle273463 thank you.

[@w11granny72]

I lived in Beirut in the early 70's. I remember the bread being so delicious. First time I ate Arabic bread I loved it. My memory of mountain bread was paper thin and folded in squares. I miss all of it the food and the people.

[@vanem4580]

I am HEAVILY pregnant (due in 3 days!) and made these with a fresh batch of your hummus recipe...sprinkled with a healthy amount of sumac and drizzled with olive oil. Now the problem is I’m wondering what everyone else is going to eat...😊

[@sammyjo8109]

Sounds like me. I LOVE bread!!!

[@laluna424]

😄

[@cathywithac3793]

Did you have a boy or a girl?❤

[@drippooh]

Congrats!!!

[@magdabatistadominicc]

I have tried different pita recipes, all disasters, I was giving up until I stumbled on this one. This recipe was perfect, fluffy and delicious! I just couldn’t believe when they puffed up. Love it love it love it!

[@marykoufalis7666]

My hero. Brave woman working with flour and wearing dark colors. Not a smidge of mess on you.

[@DimitrasDishes]

haha! I had to clean myself up multiple times :)

[@Misty7309]

I made this pita bread yesterday. One word to say, WOW!!!! It was spectacular! I used a cast iron griddle! Every bread formed a pocket. The inside was so fluffy. My son, who is not a big on eating bread, had two breads! I am telling everyone, you have to try this bread using Dimitra's method. I also made my ketogenic pita bread recipe with your method, and it turned out the best ever! I used to make it in the oven! Will never do it my old way again. I will use the Dimitra way. You rock, Dimitra! Thanks a million!

[@marche49]

Your opening music makes me so happy!❤

[@hilohaianmolinere7168]

I like that also

[@DimitrasDishes]

I'm so happy that you're here and that you enjoy it :)

[@jaynepoullos9344]

Dimitra, your cheerful bouzouki music at the start of your presentations gets me into an immediate and spirited mood to begin cooking. Success every time!

[@grilodan]

@@DimitrasDishes what’s the name of this music? Can I get it somewhere?

[@DianeHasHopeInChrist]

I made you Tzaziki Sauce, then yesterday made your Gyro Meat recipe (no salt), and then this Pita Bread.....omg....my husband asked me to marry him....again....lol. The meal is well worth the time & effort. Thank you. Oh....I also made your Spinopita (sp) down with the Phyllo dough.....but I added cooked Chicken & garlic & a pinch of Cumin., and omg....that was awesome! I am a gourmet chef, who cooks a lot if Italian, And Ian & Indian dishes....and always wanted to master Greek cooking....so, thank you! You should write a Greek Gourmet Recipe Book. I'd buy it! I make a "Greek Omelet" that is huge and sell those, on order. Lots of Feta....lol.

[@bigbertha4080]

Greek food is my favorite. You know when people say "if you were stuck on an island, what is the one type of food would be ideal for you"? ......my answer will always be greek. Love Dimitra's recipes, my go to for all things Greek.....yum,

[@missmerrily4830]

This recipe for pittas is simply THE BEST! I'm using it to make them several times a week, and not one has failed to puff up beautifully. If they have a fault it's that they are so more-ish that we can't stop eating them! Thank you!

[@jennifergridley8111]

These pitas are the best I have ever had. They're fun to make and watch puff up 😁 They're tasty, soft, chewy and delicious. Thank you so much for this recipe. Your video is so helpful and I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. ☮💜

[@nidhavellir]

Perfect recipe! I've used it several times now and it always works.

[@rontavakoli-JD-MBA]

I really like this recipe for its milk addition, oil proportions and generally how fantastic the final product turned out. well done. thank you for sharing. my belly is grateful.

[@roxiemccarthy93]

You are very detailed, it’s wonderful! Love ALL of these recipes!!!

[@learningwithmichelle1908]

Great job! I've tried dozens of recipes over the years and this is the first one that worked out. The trick of using the spatula to keep the steam in was fantastic.

[@kimzinger2014]

Thank you so much , we love on an island in the middle of nowhere and have to be creative, your channel has helped me with isolation over the years and moreso with Covid 19 measures and the fact that it is tough to get fresh groceries. I feel so rich making your pita ! Many thank ! Love from Haida Gwaii Canada .

[@mehrankhodadad5896]

This looked amazing! One of my favorite videos of yours!

[@AttommicDog]

Follow up. I have made this recipe a few times now and every time it is perfect. Her fry pan method has been a revelation. I made a half batch this morning while the wife got ready for work so she could have a seafood salad pocket for lunch. So good it's almost a sin. Almost.

[@NMW320earth]

This is the best recipe I have tried, thank you! I did 300grms whole wheat the rest AP. Heat was medium high, I have a convection stove. So wonderful! You are my hero!

[@danilincks5809]

Absolutely amazing recipe, I have been trying so hard to find one that works, finally found the perfect one!

[@lissudaryati4812]

Thank you for sharing. Going to make it, it seems easy, just like we put the salad and beef into a pocket.

[@jc1ness1]

i love good pita bread! this looks divine!!!

[@d.ecension]

This recipe!!! I just made it and my family cannot get enough! They're so soft like little pillows in Heaven 😇

[@valpolanco4843]

Thanks so much for this recipe. They were great. My family loved them. 💗💗💗

[@connieherbert8310]

Great recipe! Thank you so much!

[@Anthony_Lee99]

I have just tried this way of making these and they have turned out fantastic, great video thanks

[@Nelly-yd5lx]

I loved your receipt! Thank you I always make pita bread, but yours is great!!!

[@jennifergridley8111]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Very easy to follow and the recipes turn out so good! Thank you very much 😊

[@modernmozart813]

I’m crazy about pita pockets,when I was living in Egypt ,I eat it everyday with hummus,oh my gosh heaven !!!It is good along with any dish!I couldn’t make it,if I make it I’m afraid I won’t be able to get that magical bubble ,you made everything looks like so easy 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻I don’t have your talent!

[@PeachesandMoss]

These were just gobbled up by my family for dinner! Finally a soft pita recipe!!!! These actually worked definitely make them if you’re considering it. All of mine puffed😁 Only a few leaked but I put my spatula on it as instructed and to my excitement they puffed. Super soft and tender, plus the bottoms held together while eating 💕! Thank you for this recipe. All other pita recipe I’ve tried are hard and struggle to puff. These worked in the first try. Blessings to you all! Happy eating 🍽 😊

[@Susileedean]

This looks really good. thank you for the recipe.I’m going to try it today💖👍🏼👍🏼

[@marthabaumgartner5282]

I made the recipe and worked perfect 👌 I am so happy. Thanks for all your tips 🥰😋 Greetings from El Paso, Tx 🦎🐢🐍🌻☀️🥰

[@user-qw5nx8vu9c]

Thank you this recipe sounds amazing I will be trying to make it very soon

[@bownesswitch]

Dimitra, I made these yesterday. The first two didn't puff up, but when they were cool I used a sharp knife to cut in half and to start opening them up. It worked great. Thank you for this. They are the best pita breads-very tasty and soft.

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

FINALLY! After following 6 different recipes I finally found one that WORKED! I screamed so loud for my husband to come quick and we both enjoyed watching it puff up! Something so simple but so exciting! Thank you for your video. It is a keeper! 👍🤗

[@JJ-bg4yx]

I am fan of mediterranean cuisine and living on the pacific coast of Mexico. Its kind of hard to find some of the ingredients but managed to make this bread, my daughters love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@carolinehorne6505]

Made these today they are the best thank you for Sharing your recipe. Xx

[@luzenicarabali1765]

Wow its amazing

[@NMW320earth]

The best thank you!

[@user-zi7yx9uc3t]

Thank you for this recipe, Dumitra. I always wondered about how to make these kind of bread pockets. I will start making some right now. 👍

[@mjmerante9752]

just made them today love em my family loves them toasted with butter delicious

[@juliadavid3637]

I started making pita at home in May of 2021 after retirement. Watching lots of different KZbin videos and quite a few mess ups for different reasons, I found your 2 videos on making pita and bam I got it 😃 I can do them on a cast iron griddle, in the oven, toaster oven, and even the air fryer. The air fryer method is great! Anyway, at least 1 side of my pitas seems a little flatter/thinner all the time. Just the other day I mentioned to my husband that on the 30 minute proof after rolling out that I thought the flatter side was the side I rolled and it wasn't...the side I rolled was also the top side under the towel during proofing and was the fluffier side lol my husband said " well why don't you flip them half way through so they proof 15 minutes on each side. " I did that and they're fluffy on both sides now lol we enjoy 😋 them even more now. Thanks for all your great videos Dimitra.

[@beatrizsandoval4395]

I have to try this recipe for sure.

[@choresoflife]

wow its looks delicious..

[@user-td8yj1rj7c]

Hi Dimitra, thank you for teaching us the secret of these glorious pocket breads. :) we love ya!

[@lissudaryati4812]

Thank you Dimitri for sharing your simple recipes. I like making pita bread and put tomato, onion, beef, cheese, veggie, it's healthy, simple and doesn't make our tummy big😂😂. Thank you and keep healthy

[@hrachouhimenjian6997]

Yummy l love pitas I want to make this very soon thx Dimitri

[@martinitime3537]

Love this recipe! Thank you for sharing - and I also love the Greek music! Pitas came out perfect and soft. I used my bread machine to make the dough. 😁

[@cindrapeters1810]

hi Dimitra , i tried your recipe today and i actually got the pocket. . I tried other recipies before but never get them to puff like yours. Thank you. you are an amazing teacher. tried

[@Fmkayla]

Seriously appreciated the real time in showing how to cook the pita . To many videos shows speed up the showing how they puff then people think that's the way it should happen but not so. Your a good instructor .

[@DimitrasDishes]

You're welcome :)

[@onetime5640]

Thank you so much , you are wonderful ! Love your music , 🌺

[@DimitrasDishes]

Thank you so much!

[@Platinum771]

Great advice 👌🏾

[@carlosruizmora3111]

Dimitra is so sweet that the only enemy she has in the whole world is camera autofocus! I just can't wait to try out this great and practical recipe. Ευχαριστώ πολύ Δημήτρα!

[@DimitrasDishes]

lol! Working on the focus issues. Thanks so much for being here :)

[@shant2464]

Love love love this recipe! Made it a few times. I love all your videos Dimitra!

[@ruechelfajardo3836]

Hello! Good day! I am from the Philippines , I been looking on how to cook pita bread. Thank you for this recipes , I will surely try this. Me and may sons loves to eat this 😊

[@oliveratoic]

Thanks! They turned out perfectly!

[@DimitrasDishes]

I'm so glad! I have to make another batch today :)

[@grizzle273463]

Dimitra I love this video. I have been following your channel for about 2 years and I can confidently say: the production value of this video is just stunning. Beginning with your introduction music. I am over the top in love with it. I have never been to Greece (I'm an ignorant American) so the music you provide (in my mind) tingles my senses and gets me in the mood for an exotic culinary excursion. And then the recipes you teach us are so exciting (minus anything eggplant) and delicious. I very much like your channel and wish your the highest success. Keep it up.

[@DimitrasDishes]

Thank you so much!!

[@josephforsuh6929]

A very kind and high endorsement!

[@helennelson3120]

They look wonderful Dimitra. Thank you for sharing.

[@DimitrasDishes]

My pleasure 😊

[@justcheetah4457]

Thank you sooo much! The result was puffy and soft! I’ve watched so many recipes for pita bread but this one is the best. I watched this yesterday and tried it today. Most of the bread were successfully puffed. The first two were failed. The only thing I adjusted was the second proofing, I did it before rolling them because I don’t have enough space to lay the rolled doughs. I rolled right before I tossed them into the pan.

[@MT-kb8df]

My first two didn’t puff up. I think I didn’t give it enough time to proof the second time and when I roll out the dough one side was not smooth which means when I put it on the pan the air leak our before it puff out. The rest came out better because I gave time for proofing and I make sure both sides are smooth before I place on the pan.

[@AussieAngeS]

Oh my gosh those look absolutely amazing, and I am going to make them for sure. 😍😍😍

[@DimitrasDishes]

Hope you enjoy them :)

[@judyfleming6269]

I've made flour tortillas in a cast iron skillet and will definitely try your pita recipe (I love pita bread). I am very blessed that I have my parents three cast iron skillets. They are at least 60 years old (the skillets, not my parents, LOL) They have literally become almost non stick over the years because they took care of them very well (I was always told not to use soap or scouring pads on it, but only a little water if necessary and then wipe them out with paper towels. (don't worry, when you heat that skillet up next time, any germs will be destroyed. ) Thanks so much for your wonderful videos. I had put most cooking aside for the last couple of years, but am looking to start back and will use some of your recipes. I have made spanikopita (in culinary school) but we had to make them into triangles which was a pain. I love the way you make it in a half sheet pan and while we only used ricotta cheese, the feta will surely make them super delicious (I love feta). Again, thank you for your videos and the time you take to make them. Greek food is one of my favorites. Good wishes to you!

[@ruthabigaild.nehemie6748]

MERCI BEAUCOUP = THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!

[@tanvav]

TY sweet Dimitroula mou! I'll make this pocket pita soon. I love these.. Stay safe!

[@DimitrasDishes]

Thank you! You too! xx

[@lorindagarcia8035]

Thank you, oh, I shall make it in the morning!

[@GodsObedientChild-Deuteron6262]

Happy Saturday Dimitra and thank you for these soft, tasty and beautiful pita pockets😄👋🍁💃🌸🙌🌺🌞🌼!!!

[@DimitrasDishes]

Have a nice day :)

[@tonyboy5840]

like the way you have given out measurement in cups and spoon size, brilliant thank you.

[@wiredawg2005]

Nice, thanks for posting.

[@DimitrasDishes]

No problem!

[@AmyOz320]

I can't wait to make this with shawarma and garlic sauce!!!!

[@shidaladani7385]

You are simply the best.

[@DimitrasDishes]

You're the best!

[@hamidhamiyanji]

I cooked this pita come out so good n testy thank you so much dear

[@hobbyandcraft4235]

Super cool recipe, love it ❤️❤️

[@foodfanataholic]

I've been making pita bread for yeas, I've used every recipe out there, theses hands down the best pits bread and so easy to do. Dimetra, you are so right you'll never make another after making this. For me, my two hints are don't roll it too thin, and gently use the spatula as shown to help with the puffing. These were perfect and delicious!

[@DimitrasDishes]

Glad you like them!

[@NatashiaOberreuter]

It was the best video, I like so much all the details that Dimitra added, the way she explained all the steps, all together was very well done, Thank you very much I will make tomorrow.

[@DimitrasDishes]

Glad you liked it!

[@rahamathullahjabbar356]

Hey, it was just a lovely way you explained, as a foreigner your language was just simple and lovable... God bless you

[@cynthiafacio7070]

Yummy!

[@stefabiok]

I love you Demitra for all you do You explain so well and I have tried to do gyros from scratch following your instructions I made pita gyros meat and the tzaziki sauce from scratch and my sons love it!!! Thank you thank you You are precious to me

[@DimitrasDishes]

You are so welcome!

[@vahneb7260]

I’m going to make this for tonight. Thank you.

[@DimitrasDishes]

I hope that you enjoy them. So good in the morning with some butter and honey and of course, a cup of tea :)

[@sunkissed7377]

Those look so delicious! I’ve been making yogurt flatbreads, but I think I will try this recipe next time!

[@DimitrasDishes]

Hope you enjoy

[@user-zq2tj5zp1u]

These are sooo delicious yammy love them ❤👍🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@HangPham-jd2oz]

Look really nice and I like your music as well

[@user-cq6dg6ql9j]

Followed your recipe for this, the beef gyro meat, and the tzatziki sauce. It turned out to be the best gyros I have ever had (and I’ve been to Greece and Turkey).

[@andrechoules1615]

Hello Dimitra. Thank you very much with providing us such a simple and tasty recipe for Pita. Practice makes perfect as they say. On my second attempt my family never want to buy Pita again Please keep up with your great recipes and sharing with us. Bless.

[@robreyescosme6902]

Excellent... pita wedges with the Tzatziki dip is addictive.. you have a great collection of videos..

[@nmd1211]

Oh, yum!!

[@teshomerfitness859]

Wow

[@knightclan4]

Brilliant

[@jadebethj4807]

I'm making some tomorrow for the first time!

[@charleyb8423]

yum

[@mmoney1712]

You really are the 🐐 . Just what I needed

[@DimitrasDishes]

haha! Thank you for being here today :)

[@jaynepoullos9344]

By the way, Dimitra, I love your pretty red roses in the video. Sometimes I bring in a small floral bouquet from my garden to add a spot of color and nice fragrance to my kitchen.

[@DimitrasDishes]

Love that!

[@antoniacervantes2889]

I just finished making them I started at 9:00 pm and finish them at 1:00 in the morning and is the best recipe I found my husband is from Iraq and he is very happy with them 💙thank you so much 😘

[@antoniacervantes2889]

From this recipe you have a new an very bless to find your Chanel subscriber and I will look all your recipes I know they will be very delicious too 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@clairepapadatos1116]

Efgaristo! Thavmasio! 👍👍👍✌❤

[@Javaman92]

I had your gyro in pita bread tonight for dinner. It was really good! 😋

[@kimingraham5618]

Your a great cook I made a few of your recipes they turn out great..My hubby is greek My son lives with me They love my cooking. A lot of idea from you thanks .

[@DimitrasDishes]

I'm so glad!

[@barbietimmermans4141]

I looooove your food 👏👏👏👏👏

[@DimitrasDishes]

Yay! Thank you!

[@renoman6340]

I love this recipe, it is a bit sticky but if you really oil yor hands up, it is workable. Thanx, the stickier the fluffier the bread!!!

[@hilohaianmolinere7168]

I am so proud of myself lol and happy that You have taught me the proper way of making flat bread. We wanted taco's for our supper last night. So around 2 pm I did the step by step instructions my first one was a bust the pan wasnt hot enough so my fault the rest of them puffed up perfectly I was very happy. We stuffed our pita pockets with the standard taco stuff. I think these are the best taco's I have ever had. My son said we should always do then like this I agree. The left over pockets made wonder bacon and eggs sandwiches this morning. You gave me a new skill I thank You My Family thanks You. God bless stay safe from this crazy virus and I am looking forward to Your next post.

[@DimitrasDishes]

YAAYYY!! I'm so happy!! I made a double batch yesterday. so good and so glad that you gave it a try :)

[@hilohaianmolinere7168]

@@DimitrasDishes cant thank You enough

[@annewatson4786]

I made this today to go with your chicken shawarma -so good!!!

[@cloveetabertram3902]

So glad I found you

[@angelapa9513]

I have this in my saved items I’ve made it at least once a month .

[@rayquaza000]

I learned to make chili and finally got a cheese sauce down so I needed a bread pouch thanks so much