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Christmas Focaccia

Delicious Christmas Focaccia with Pomegranate and Rosemary

This Christmas Focaccia is an aromatic and versatile loaf adorned with pomegranate and rosemary, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups strong white bread flour can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm water around 100°F (38°C)
  • 2 teaspoons active dried yeast instant yeast is a great alternative
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon can use nutmeg or allspice instead
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil vegetable or avocado oil can be used
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons rosemary can use thyme or dried herbs
  • 1/4 cup parsley can swap for basil or cilantro
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds can use dried cranberries or halved red grapes

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking tray
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dried yeast, cinnamon, extra virgin olive oil, and salt. Gradually mix in strong white bread flour until a shaggy dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Transfer the dough to a floured countertop, stretch and fold a few times, then place it back in the bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1.5 hours until doubled.
  3. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil. Shape the risen dough into a rectangle on the tray, cover, and let rise for another 2 hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) 30 minutes before baking.
  5. Create dimples in the dough surface, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and rosemary, drizzle with more olive oil.
  6. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the focaccia cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your focaccia with different toppings.

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