jam donut focaccia
Jam donut focaccia is a delightful fusion of fluffy Italian focaccia bread infused with sweet jam pockets, offering a unique treat that blends bread and pastry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ⅓ cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- ½ cup fruit jam (strawberry or raspberry recommended)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and sprinkle yeast over. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking sheet or focaccia pan.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle about ½ inch thick. Transfer to the prepared pan.
- Using your fingers, create shallow dimples evenly across the dough surface.
- Spoon small dollops of jam into some of the dimples, gently pressing them in so they are nestled but not overflowing.
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the top and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra indulgence, serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Find it online: https://carmenwausa.com/jam-donut-focaccia-delight/