Whole Wheat Pita Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast

Directions

1. Combine the whole wheat flour, sea salt, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl and mix together.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the warm water, olive oil, and active dry yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes until it begins to foam and bubble.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough is formed. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for 30 minutes.
5. After the dough has risen, divide it into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Place the balls on a lightly floured surface and cover with a damp cloth.
6. Let the dough balls rise for an additional 20 minutes.
7. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
8. Roll each dough ball into a thin circle about 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter.
9. Place the pita breads on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and slightly puffy.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pita bread is a type of flatbread that is popular in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
• Pita bread is a great source of fiber and is low in calories.
• Pita bread can be used to make delicious sandwiches, wraps, pizzas, and more.