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Cinnamon Focaccia

Heavenly Cinnamon Focaccia with Easy Brown Butter Icing

A delightful Cinnamon Focaccia recipe, packed with flavor and topped with a luscious icing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Around 110°F.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar To activate yeast.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure freshness.
  • 3 cups Bread Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Good quality is key.
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted) Contributes moisture.
Topping
  • 6 tablespoons Brown Butter Essential for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Sweetens the topping.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Provides fragrant flavor.
Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For sweet finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances icing flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking pan
  • saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cinnamon Focaccia Instructions
  1. Combine warm water with granulated sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle active dry yeast and let sit until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Add the foamy yeast mixture and olive oil, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Shape dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours for rising.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F. Grease a baking pan with melted butter. Transfer and press down risen dough into the pan, allow to rise for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan until golden brown. Let it cool slightly.
  6. Mix light brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl, stir into the cooled brown butter.
  7. Dimple the dough, drizzle with the brown butter mixture evenly.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack.
  9. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the icing and drizzle over warm focaccia before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze uniced focaccia for up to 2 months.

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