Brandy Singleton
@sinbra
Gluten-Free Pita Bread
This gluten-free pita flatbread is soft, fluffy, and perfect for wraps, dips, or as a side. Made with a blend of gluten-free flours, it's easy to prepare and can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of dietary restrictions.
Details
- Cuisine:middle-eastern
- Diet:gluten-free
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:8
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time25 min.
- Total time45 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 cup, divided, or as needed
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 cup
- 3/4 cup
- 2 teaspoons
- 1/4 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Gluten-Free Pita Bread.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 100°F (38°C).
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of lukewarm water with some yeast and a touch of honey.
Step 3
Give it a gentle stir and let it sit for about 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes frothy and bubbly—this is your yeast coming to life! Next, in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, blend together gluten-free bread flour and whole grain flour on a low speed.
Step 4
Gradually drizzle in olive oil and sprinkle in salt, then pour in your frothy yeast mixture.
Step 5
Slowly add the remaining lukewarm water, a little at a time, until the dough starts to come together.
Step 6
You might need to adjust the water slightly to achieve a soft, pliable dough.
Step 7
Once a ball forms, knead the dough on low speed for about a minute.
Step 8
It will be sticky, but that’s perfectly fine! Shape the dough into a ball and place it back in the mixing bowl.
Step 9
Cover it with a warm, damp towel and tuck it into your turned-off oven to rise until it nearly doubles in size—this should take around 45 minutes.
Step 10
After the dough has risen, divide it into six equal portions using a kitchen scale for precision.
Step 11
Cover these pieces with the damp towel and let them rise in the warm oven for another 15 minutes.
Step 12
Now comes the fun part! Roll each dough ball between two sheets of parchment paper until you have a lovely 6-inch round.
Step 13
Carefully peel away the parchment paper from each piece.
Step 14
Heat a cast iron griddle or comal pan over medium-high heat.
Step 15
Place a pita on the hot pan and let it cook for 2 to 3 minutes until it starts to brown and puff up.
Step 16
Flip it over and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until it’s puffy on the other side.
Step 17
Use tongs to gently press down on the dough to encourage that delightful puffing.
Step 18
Repeat this rolling and cooking process for the remaining pitas.
Step 19
Serve them warm, allowing them to cool slightly before diving in.
Step 20
Enjoy the deliciousness of your homemade pitas, perfect for dipping or stuffing with your favorite fillings!.