Description
A delightful sweet focaccia bread that combines honey and olive oil for a rich, buttery flavor, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- Honey or maple syrup (for drizzling)
- Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme) for topping
- Optional toppings: sliced strawberries, candied nuts, or a sprinkle of brown sugar
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Combine warm water and sugar, sprinkle yeast, and let rest until frothy (about 10 minutes).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Combine and knead: Add yeast mixture and olive oil to flour, mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- First rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
- Prepare the baking tray: Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a tray with parchment paper or olive oil.
- Shape the dough: Punch down the risen dough, stretch it onto the tray, and shape into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
- Add sweetness: Drizzle with honey or maple syrup, add toppings, and dimple the dough.
- Second rise: Cover and let rest for 20-30 minutes.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool: Let cool slightly before slicing, drizzle with more olive oil if desired.
Notes
Experiment with different toppings to reflect your personal taste and make it a family tradition during gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sweet bread, focaccia, Italian bread, baking, family recipe, comfort food