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jam donut focaccia

Jam donut focaccia is a delightfully soft Italian bread infused with sweet jam pockets, combining the fluffy texture of focaccia with the luscious flavor of classic jam donuts.

Ingredients

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  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 7g active dry yeast
  • 300ml warm water
  • 50g sugar
  • 75ml olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 150g raspberry or strawberry jam
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and a pinch of sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
  3. Mix until a sticky dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Oil a baking sheet and transfer the dough onto it. Gently stretch it into a rectangular shape about 1.5 cm thick.
  6. Using your fingers, create dimples all over the dough. Spoon small dollops of jam into select dimples, spacing them evenly.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the surface and sprinkle lightly with sugar.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  9. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For a richer version, brush the focaccia with melted butter right after baking and serve warm with an extra side of jam.