Recipe to make homemade pita bread with nuts seeds and whole wheat flour
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If you’re in the mood for something a little different for dinner tonight, why not try making your own pita bread? This recipe for homemade pita bread is slightly healthier than the store-bought kind, since it uses whole wheat flour and is studded with nutritious nuts and seeds. It’s also super easy to make – just mix the ingredients together, let the dough rise, and then bake it in a hot oven.
You can use this pita bread to make all sorts of tasty sandwiches or wraps. Fill it with hummus and veggies, or use it to scoop up curry or stews. Pita bread is also great for making personal-sized pizzas – top it with your favorite sauce and toppings, and then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Here’s the recipe:
Ingredients:
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup nuts and seeds of your choice (I used pumpkin seeds and walnuts)
1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup warm water
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, nuts and seeds, yeast, and salt.
2. Add the warm water and stir until everything is evenly combined.
3.Cover the bowl with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour.
4. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
5. Cut the dough into 12 even pieces.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece of dough into a thin circle.
7. Place the dough circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 minutes, or until the pitas are puffed up and golden brown.
8. Serve warm with your favorite fillings
