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Cinnamon Focaccia Recipe

Cinnamon Focaccia Recipe
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This Cinnamon Focaccia recipe is a delightful twist on a classic bread, combining warm, fragrant cinnamon with a soft, pillowy texture. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee.

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Focaccia:

  • 2 cups warm water heated to about 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar
  • 4 cups bread flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:

  • 6 tablespoons brown butter (see notes below)
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Vanilla Icing:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F) and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for 10-15 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Then, pour in the activated yeast mixture along with the olive oil. Stir everything together until the dough forms a sticky dough ball. Rub the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil.
  3. First rise: Cover the bowl with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
  4. Second rise: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper. Pour 2 tablespoons of melted butter into the center of the pan. Gently deflate the dough and place it in the pan. Cover and let it rise for 1 ½-2 hours in a warm spot.
  5. Make the brown butter: Melt ½ cup butter in a saucepan until golden-amber. Let cool.
  6. Make the cinnamon topping: Mix brown sugar and cinnamon into the brown butter until dissolved.
  7. Dimple the dough: Preheat oven to 450°F. Press deep dimples into the dough, then drizzle with cinnamon butter.
  8. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool in the pan.
  9. Finish with vanilla icing: Combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over warm focaccia and slice into squares.

Notes

  • For brown butter, melt butter in a saucepan on medium heat until golden and fragrant.

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Keywords: Cinnamon Focaccia, Bread Recipe, Sweet Bread, Breakfast Bread, Cinnamon Sugar

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