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Cinnamon Focaccia

Irresistibly Soft Cinnamon Focaccia with Sweet Icing Drizzle

This Cinnamon Focaccia is a delightful blend of warm cinnamon and sugar in a soft, airy dough topped with rich icing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Heated to about 110°F
  • 2 tbsp Active Dry Yeast Always check for freshness
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential ingredient
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Melted butter can be used as a substitute
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1/2 cup Brown Butter Cook unsalted butter until golden
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift for a smooth result
  • 2 tbsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for the best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Milk Adjust for perfect icing consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • saucepan
  • Whisk
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water with granulated sugar. Sprinkle active dry yeast over and let sit for 10-15 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Coat the dough lightly with olive oil, cover with a damp cloth, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  4. Grease a 9x13-inch pan with melted unsalted butter. Deflate the dough and transfer it to the pan, spreading it out. Cover and let rise for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Mix in light brown sugar and cinnamon.
  6. Preheat oven to 450°F. Once the dough has risen, press dimples into its surface and drizzle the brown butter mixture over.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and edges are crispy. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the focaccia and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the yeast to become foamy for successful activation and let the dough rise slowly for enhanced flavor and texture.

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