Easy Oven-Baked Pita Bread for Souvlaki – One Bowl

These easy oven-baked pita breads are soft, fluffy, and perfect for souvlaki, gyros, wraps, or dipping — all made with one bowl, no frying pan, and no special equipment. If you’ve ever wanted homemade pita bread without standing over the stove, this recipe is exactly what you need.

Baked in the oven instead of cooked in a skillet, these pitas stay pillowy and flexible, ideal for folding or stuffing. With simple pantry ingredients and a straightforward method, they’re perfect for beginners and home cooks who want reliable, bakery-style results at home.

Easy Oven-Baked Pita Bread for Souvlaki

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: FlatbreadCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

10

pitas

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

230

kcal

Resting Time

30

minutes

Total time

1

hour 

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 700 g 5 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour

• 2 tbsp 2 tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Sugar

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Salt

• 8 g 2 1/2 tsp Dry Yeast

• 370 g 1 1/2 cup Lukewarm Water

• Olive oil, for brushing

How to make Greek Pita Bread

• In a large bowl, add the water, sugar, yeast, olive oil, flour, and salt.
• Knead until you have a smooth dough that does not stick to your hands.
• Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
• Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces.
• Place one piece on a floured surface and roll it out with a rolling pin into a round pita shape.
• Repeat with the remaining dough pieces.
• Using a round stick or skewer, gently press lines every 2 cm (¾ inch) horizontally and vertically over each pita.
• Place the pitas on a baking tray lined with parchment paper lightly sprayed with olive oil.
• Brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C), conventional heat, for 10 minutes, until lightly puffed and just set.
• Alternatively, the pitas can also be cooked in a skillet, if preferred.
• Transfer the baked pitas to a plate and cover them with a towel to keep them soft and fluffy.

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Perfect for Souvlaki & More

Greek pita bread is an essential part of Mediterranean cuisine and the perfect base for souvlaki, gyros, wraps, or even simple dips. These easy oven-baked Greek pita breads are made without a pan, without complicated steps, and using just one bowl. Soft, fluffy, and lightly golden, they are ideal for homemade souvlaki nights or everyday meals.

What makes this recipe special is its simplicity. The dough comes together quickly using pantry staples: flour, yeast, olive oil, and water. There’s no kneading machine required, no frying, and no mess. After a short rise, the dough is divided into portions, rolled into classic pita shapes, and baked directly in the oven. The result is pillowy soft pita bread with just the right chew.

Why Bake Pita Bread in the Oven?

Baking the pitas instead of frying keeps them lighter while still maintaining their traditional texture. Brushing them with olive oil before baking enhances flavor and keeps them tender. Once baked, covering them with a clean towel ensures they stay soft and flexible—perfect for wrapping meats, vegetables, or spreads.

These pitas are incredibly versatile. Use them for souvlaki, gyros, sandwich wraps, or cut them into wedges for dipping. They also freeze beautifully, making them ideal for meal prep. If you’ve ever wanted homemade Greek pita bread without the hassle, this recipe is your go-to solution—easy, reliable, and absolutely delicious.