Cinnamon Swirl Focaccia
Cinnamon Swirl Focaccia is a heavenly fusion of soft Italian bread and sweet cinnamon goodness, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. This delightful treat features warm swirls of cinnamon and sugar that fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Easy to make and utterly delicious, it’s sure to impress your family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and melted butter; stir until shaggy.
- Knead: Transfer dough to a floured surface; knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- First Rise: Place in a greased bowl; cover with a towel. Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Create Swirls: Punch down the dough, roll it out into a rectangle, brush with butter, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar, and roll tightly into a log.
- Second Rise: Cut into rolls, place on parchment-lined baking sheet, cover again, and let rise for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Drizzle with icing if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg