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jam donut focaccia

Jam donut focaccia is a delightful fusion of Italian bread and classic jam-filled donuts, offering a soft, airy focaccia base topped with sweet strawberry jam and a dusting of sugar.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
  • 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • ½ cup strawberry jam
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and 1 tbsp sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
  3. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the dough and spread it out onto a greased baking sheet, about ½ inch thick.
  6. Using your fingers, create dimples all over the dough surface. Spoon dollops of strawberry jam into some of the dimples.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle lightly with salt.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of melted chocolate.