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Cinnamon Focaccia

Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Focaccia for Your Cozy Mornings

This Cinnamon Focaccia offers a soft, fluffy texture combined with the indulgent flavor of brown butter and cinnamon, perfect for cozy mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
First Rise 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Heated to about 110°F.
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh.
  • 2 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar Can be swapped with brown sugar.
  • 3 cups Bread Flour All-purpose flour can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter For greasing and richness.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Butter Be cautious not to overcook.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with white sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Key flavoring spice.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For icing.
  • 2 tablespoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Can be replaced with non-dairy options.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Baking pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Activate Yeast: In a mixing bowl, combine warm water with sugar. Sprinkle yeast, stir gently, and let sit for 10-15 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. First Rise: Cover dough and place in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
  4. Second Rise: Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease baking pan with butter, transfer cold dough, dimple it, cover, and let rise for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Prepare Brown Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan, stirring until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Make Cinnamon Topping: Combine light brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl, pour in brown butter, and stir until combined.
  7. Dimple Dough: Press deep dimples into the dough surface and drizzle cinnamon-butter mixture over it.
  8. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
  9. Finish with Icing: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm focaccia before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Be patient while allowing dough to rise fully for the best flavor and texture. Handle the sticky dough with care to maintain its airy quality.

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