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Sweet Focaccia with Raspberry Jam Recipe

Sweet Focaccia with Raspberry Jam Recipe
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This Sweet Focaccia with Raspberry Jam is a delightful twist on classic focaccia bread, combining a light and fluffy texture with the sweet tartness of raspberry jam and a smooth powdered sugar glaze. The dough is enriched with olive oil and a touch of sugar for a soft crumb, then topped generously with raspberry jam before baking. Finished with a sweet icing drizzle, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 1 ¾ cups warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 ¼ tsp)
  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp olive oil (divided)

Topping

  • 1 jar raspberry jam (about 12–16 oz; Bonne Maman recommended)

Icing

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–4 tbsp milk (whole milk preferred, adjust for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the warm water (105-115°F) with sugar and whisk until sugar dissolves. Add the active dry yeast and whisk again to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes until the yeast bubbles and foams, indicating it is active. If no bubbles appear, discard and restart with fresh yeast.
  2. Mix the Dough: Attach the dough hook to the mixer. Add bread flour, all-purpose flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed until a sticky dough forms, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. First Rise: Lightly oil a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Transfer the dough into the bowl and brush the top with more olive oil. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm spot (like near a sunny window) for 1 hour, or until the dough doubles in size.
  4. Prepare the Pan and Fold Dough: Use a silicone brush to spread 2 tablespoons of olive oil evenly on a 9×13-inch metal baking pan. Remove the risen dough from the bowl and place into the pan. Fold the dough into thirds a few times, flipping and kneading slightly to develop gluten and coat well in oil.
  5. Second Rise: Cover the dough again with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for another hour until it doubles in size again and reaches the edges of the pan.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Remove the plastic wrap and pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the dough surface. Using your fingers, poke holes and dimples throughout the dough to create pockets and bubbles that will hold the jam.
  7. Apply Jam: Spoon about ¼ cup of raspberry jam evenly across the dough, pressing it down into the dimples and folds you created.
  8. Bake: Bake the focaccia for 18-22 minutes until it turns lightly golden brown and is cooked through.
  9. Poke Jam Pockets: After baking, use a large straw or similar tool to poke around 35 holes into the bread to create pockets for the jam filling.
  10. Fill Jam Holes: Use a small spoon to scoop raspberry jam into each hole, allowing the warm bread to soften the jam so it drips inside.
  11. Prepare the Icing: Once the focaccia is slightly cooled, use an electric hand mixer to whip the powdered sugar with 2-4 tablespoons of milk, adding milk gradually until the icing is smooth but thick enough to harden when set. Optionally, flip the focaccia over and frost the bottom for a true glazed effect.
  12. Serve: Cut the sweet focaccia into squares and serve warm or at room temperature for a sweet, fruity treat.

Notes

  • Ensure yeast is fresh and active by proofing first; expired yeast will not rise properly.
  • Use a metal pan for best heat conduction and crust development.
  • Adjust milk quantity in icing to get the perfect consistency—too much milk will make the glaze runny.
  • For a richer flavor, use whole milk in the icing.
  • This focaccia is best served the same day but can be stored in an airtight container overnight.
  • Glazing both top and bottom is optional but adds a delightful sweetness reminiscent of a glazed donut.

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