Sweet Focaccia (Dessert Focaccia)

Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 1 ½–2 hours rising)

Cook Time: 20–25 minutes

Total Time: About 2 hours 30 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

Warm water – 1 ¼ cups (300 ml)

Active dry yeast – 2 ¼ teaspoons (7 g)

Granulated sugar – 3 tablespoons (divided)

All-purpose flour – 3 ¼ cups (400 g)

Fine sea salt – 1 ¼ teaspoons

Extra-virgin olive oil – ¼ cup (60 ml), plus extra

Mixed fresh berries – 1 ½ cups

Thinly sliced apple or pear (optional) – ½ cup

Honey or maple syrup – 3 tablespoons

Coarse sugar – 2–3 tablespoons

Ground cinnamon (optional) – ½ teaspoon

Lemon zest – 1 teaspoon

Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon

Instructions:

Stir warm water, yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar; let sit until foamy.

Mix flour, remaining sugar, and salt; add yeast mixture, olive oil, lemon zest, and vanilla; knead until smooth.

Place in oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, 1–1 ½ hours.

Press dough into an oiled 9×13-inch pan, rest if needed; let rise again 30–40 minutes.

Dimple dough, top with berries and fruit, sprinkle sugars and cinnamon, drizzle honey.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbling; cool briefly, drizzle more honey if desired, then slice and serve.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 250–280 calories per serving (1/8 of pan); best for brunch, dessert, or coffee breaks; enjoy in moderation as a sweet, shareable treat.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 25

Total Time 2 33

Servings: 4

Calories: 248

Notes

Pro Tip:
Brush the warm focaccia with a little honey and olive oil right out of the oven for an extra glossy, bakery-style finish and added moisture.