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Cinnamon Focaccia

Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Focaccia for Cozy Brunch Vibes

This Cinnamon Focaccia brings the warm flavor of cinnamon rolls with homemade bread into your brunch table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water around 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 3 cups Bread Flour can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter for greasing the pan
  • 1/2 cup Brown Butter essential for flavor
  • 1/3 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon the star flavor
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water with granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast on top and let sit for 10-15 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture along with olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms, then knead gently for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  4. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with melted unsalted butter. Deflate the chilled dough and gently stretch it into the pan. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm spot for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Melt unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown, stirring constantly. Allow it to cool slightly.
  6. Mix light brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Combine with the cooled brown butter.
  7. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Create dimples all over the surface of the dough in the baking pan. Drizzle the cinnamon-brown butter mixture over the dimples.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  9. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the warm focaccia before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dough should be wet and sticky; avoid adding extra flour. Allow ample rising time for a light focaccia.

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