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Middle Eastern Pita-Style Flatbread

Middle Eastern Pita-Style Flatbread bakes up soft with a tender crumb and a signature pocket that’s perfect for stuffing or tearing into wedges for dips. Mildly yeasty with a hint of sweetness, it’s a versatile side for grilled meats, mezze platters, or hearty salads. Serve warm for lunch or dinner to showcase its pillowy texture.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Middle Eastern Pita-Style Flatbread
  1. 1

    Place the ingredients into the bread machine pan in the order suggested by the manufacturer. Choose the Dough cycle and press Start.

  2. 2

    When the Dough cycle is nearly finished, preheat the oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).

  3. 3

    Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide it into eight equal portions and shape them into rounds. Cover the rounds with a damp cloth and let them rest.

  4. 4

    Roll the dough into thin flat circles about 8 inches across. Bake two at a time on preheated baking sheets or on a baking stone until they puff up and turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Repeat with the remaining loaves.