Fluffy Greek Pita Bread Recipe

Fluffy Greek Pita Bread Recipe

from foodbymaria.com
45 min

With my Greek pita bread recipe, you will never need to buy pita again!It’s so fluffy and so easy to make. The best part? Use this Greek Pita bread recipe to scoop, dip, or wrap – whatever you’re craving!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups bread flour ((or all purpose flour))
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 6 tbsp warm whole milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1/2 cup mixed chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives & oregano)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup grated Cosmic Crisp apples
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup softened cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped green onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tbsp vegetable stock paste
  • 450 g fresh spinach
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 1/3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/3 cup Spicy Greek Feta Dip (Tirokafteri) ((use our spicy feta dip recipe) )

Directions

  1. 1

    To a medium bowl add warm water and milk (temperature should be very warm to the touch but not too hot that you can’t hold a finger in the water for a few seconds).

  2. 2

    Whisk in the sugar first and then the yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  3. 3

    Whisk in the olive oil and salt.

  4. 4

    Use a wooden spoon to stir in the flour and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until the dough becomes more smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    Put the dough back into the mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.

  6. 6

    After the first rise, put the dough back onto a floured work surface and form the dough into a circle so you can divide it into 6 equal pieces. The dough might be sticky so feel free to wet your hands with water and dust the dough with flour if needed.

  7. 7

    Form the 6 pieces of dough into circles and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Let rest covered with a tea towel for 1 more hour.

  8. 8

    After the second rise, roll each dough circle into 5 inch wide circles.

  9. 9

    Heat a cast iron or heavy-bottomed non-stick skillet over high heat and once hot (this may take 3-4 minutes) turn to medium heat. Place a rolled-out dough round in the pan. Cook for 30 seconds and flip. Cook for 30 more seconds. Then, drizzle about 1 tbsp of olive oil on the pita (both sides). Cook for 5 more minutes, flipping every minute for a total of 6 minutes. The pita should be a deep golden brown and puffed up. Repeat the cooking process until all 6 pitas are cooked. Enjoy topped with fresh oregano and our best ever tzatziki recipe!

  10. 10

    Mix together the shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled feta cheese and garlic powder. Use a fork to sort of mash it together. Set aside.

  11. 11

    Once the original fluffy pitas or cheese-stuffed pitas are cooked, make the herb butter. To a pan add the butter and melt over medium-low heat. Once melted add the garlic and fresh herbs. Cook for a few minutes to combine the flavours and then remove from the heat. Use the herb garlic butter to brush on the fresh cooked pitas and serve.

  12. 12

    Drain any juice that's released from the shredded apple. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the butter is melted add the grated apple, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir and cook for 4-5 minutes until combined and the shredded apple has softened. Set aside in a bowl to cool.

  13. 13

    While the pita dough is on it's first rise, make the spanakopita filling. In a large pot, heat your olive oil on medium heat for around 30 seconds.

  14. 14

    Mix together the shredded mozzarella cheese and the spicy feta dip. Use a fork to sort of mash it together. Set aside.