Griddle Focaccia Recipe
w jam and butter
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Ingredients
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Focaccia Dough
Toppings
Method
Focaccia Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Rise the Dough
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Grilling the Focaccia
- 5
Prepare the Griddle
Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and brush it with olive oil.
- 6
Shape the Focaccia
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Press it out into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
- 7
Cook the Focaccia
Carefully place the dough on the hot griddle. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes on the other side.
- 8
Add Toppings
During the last few minutes of cooking, drizzle olive oil on top, sprinkle with sea salt and fresh rosemary if desired.
- 9
Serve
Remove from heat, let it cool slightly, then slice and serve with butter and jam on the side.