Easy Greek Yogurt Pita Bread Recipe

Fresh Greek Yogurt Pita Bread
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If you’ve been searching for a fail-proof Greek yogurt pita bread recipe, this is the one to try. It’s inspired by a version from Hungry Happens. I’ve tweaked it into something incredibly simple, high in protein, and—best of all—it consistently puffs up into perfect pita pockets.

In the past, I struggled with uneven puffing. But this method delivers reliable results every time.

We served these mini Greek yogurt pitas at a recent family dinner. We had a variety of homemade skewers (more on those in a later post), and the pitas were a total hit. They’re light, fluffy, and smaller than traditional pitas. So I didn’t feel guilty grabbing a few and stuffing them like pockets.

I’ve also used them as a quick pizza base. Just add toppings and pop them under the broiler. They come out crispy on the edges and absolutely delicious.

Whether you use them for wraps, mezze platters, or quick weeknight pizzas, this Greek yogurt pita bread recipe will become a go-to in your kitchen.

This recipe produces so many pitas
This recipe produces so many pitas
Fresh Greek Yogurt Pita Bread

Greek Yogurt Pita Bread Recipe

This pita bread recipe is simple and high in protein with greek yogurt being the star of the show. They puff up beautifully and create the best pockets
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Bread, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Australian, Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 20
Calories 69 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk greek yogurt
  • 1 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda, and Greek yogurt. Mix until a soft, cohesive dough forms. There shouldn’t be any dry flour left at the bottom. Once it comes together into a ball, cover the bowl with a tea towel and let the dough rest for 10 minutes. Tip: Avoid over-kneading; a gentle mix is all you need.
  • Shape the Dough: Divide the rested dough into four equal parts to make it easier to work with. Roll out each portion thinly on a lightly floured surface. Use an 8 cm circular cookie cutter to cut out small disks. Keep the cut pieces covered with a tea towel as you go to prevent them from drying out.
  • Roll and Flour:Take each disk one at a time and roll it out even thinner. You want them almost translucent. Lightly dust both sides with flour to prevent sticking.
    Rolling out the pita disks
  • Cook the Pitas: Heat a large dry pan over medium heat. When hot, add a few pitas at a time (I could fit three in my pan). Cook for about 1.5 to 2 minutes, or until they puff up nicely. Flip and cook the other side for just 20 seconds—any longer and they might burn. Adjust the heat as needed to keep things golden, not charred.
    Greek yogurt pitas puffing up in pan
Keyword cooking, fresh, greek yogurt, homemade pita, Pita, recipes

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  1. […] if you make any of these, definitely try them with my Greek yogurt pita bread recipe. They’re light, fluffy, and perfect for stuffing with grilled meats, veggies, and sauces. Trust […]

  2. missiskarlsson Avatar

    great, thanks!

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