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Focaccia Pizza

Fluffy Focaccia Pizza: Simple, Delicious, and Homemade Bliss

Experience the delightful aroma of Focaccia Pizza, with a fluffy crust and versatile toppings for your homemade pizza nights.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast make sure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt avoid table salt
  • 1.75 cups Warm Water around 105°F (40°C)
  • 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil essential for flavor
Topping Ingredients
  • 2 cups Grated Mozzarella Cheese block cheese is better for melting
  • 1 cup Thick-Sliced Pepperoni choose preferred thickness
  • 1 cup Jarred Pizza Sauce use favorite brand
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese optional for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to heat preference
  • to taste Sea Salt
Optional Toppings
  • 1 Roasted Garlic adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil sprinkle before serving
  • 1 cup Caramelized Onions adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella add before baking
  • 1 cup Pesto alternative to sauce
  • 1 cup Roasted Tomatoes for sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Plastic Wrap
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix 1 and ¾ cups of warm water, 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Stir until honey dissolves, then combine with dry ingredients.
  3. Stir until a very sticky dough forms, cover with plastic wrap and rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Transfer to refrigerator for 12 to 48 hours for overnight rise, enhancing flavor.
Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and generously oil a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Transfer cold dough into prepared pan, cover with a towel and let it rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
  3. Stipple the surface with oiled fingers to create dimples.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, dollop pizza sauce, layer pepperoni, and add optional ricotta.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden.
  6. Let cool for 5-10 minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize toppings as you prefer, using different cheeses or seasonal vegetables for variety.

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