Cheese Stuffed Focaccia
Cheese Stuffed Focaccia is a delightful homemade bread with a soft, fluffy dough and gooey cheese filling, making it a perfect treat for sharing and customization.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups warm water Make sure the water is warm but not hot.
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 5 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute whole wheat flour if desired.
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil Plus more for drizzling on top.
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix) Feel free to experiment with different cheeses.
- Herbs (rosemary, thyme, or sea salt for topping)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
Assembly and Baking
- Punch down the risen dough, then divide it into two halves. Roll out one half to fit your baking pan.
- Place the rolled-out dough in the pan, sprinkle with cheese, and cover with the second half of the dough rolled out.
- Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Top with herbs and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Best served warm, and can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to a month. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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