Description
A deliciously simple recipe for Fluffy Cinnamon Sugar Focaccia Bread, perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- Coarse sea salt (for topping)
- Optional: 1 cup nuts (chopped), ½ cup dried fruit (chopped), 1 tsp citrus zest
- Optional: Cinnamon sugar glaze
- Optional: Fresh herbs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and melted butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Grease a baking sheet and transfer the dough, stretching it to fill the dish. Cover and let it rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Make dimples in the dough, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and sea salt, then bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in nutmeg or cardamom, and consider a cream cheese glaze after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg