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Cinnamon Focaccia

Irresistible Cinnamon Focaccia with Brown Butter Bliss

Delightful Cinnamon Focaccia combining flaky bread with rich, buttery cinnamon rolls. A perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
First Rise Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Water Around 110°F for optimal rising
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast Leavening agent
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Feeds the yeast
  • 3 cups Bread Flour Can be swapped with all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture and richness
Topping Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted for second rise
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness to topping
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Star flavor of the focaccia
  • ½ cup Brown Butter Rich, nutty flavor
Icing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Base for the icing
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Flavor for the icing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch Pan
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Activation and Mixing
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water with granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast over the top, gently stir, and let sit for 10-15 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Pour in activated yeast mixture along with olive oil. Stir until sticky dough forms.
Rising and Baking
  1. Refrigerate dough for at least 12 hours, then let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch pan and transfer the chilled dough to it. Let it rise covered for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan until golden brown. Let cool.
  4. Combine light brown sugar and cinnamon with cooled brown butter. Mix until smooth.
  5. Dimple risen dough, drizzle the cinnamon topping over it.
  6. Preheat oven to 450°F. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for icing. Drizzle over the warm focaccia.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let dough rise the full time for best texture; don't skip on the brown butter for added flavor.

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