- Olive oil with sweets?
- Yes! Fruity olive oil pairs well with citrus.
- When to add fruit?
- Before baking, press deep into dough so they don't burn.
Sweet Holiday Focaccia with Candied Fruit
Focaccia 'Dolce' is a lesser-known northern Italian tradition. This recipe evokes Panettone flavors with candied fruits but keeps the simplicity of focaccia. The meeting of salty dough and sweet fruit is surprising but harmonious.
Ingredients
1
packet
Active Dry Yeast (0.25 oz)
1 1/4
cups
Warm Water
1
tsp
Sugar
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
4
cups
All-Purpose Flour
2
tsp
Salt
5
oz
Candied Fruit Mix (orange, lemon, cherry)
1
tbsp
Olive Oil (topping)
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Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Baking pan
- Towel
- Brush
Allergen Information
Wheat
Instructions
1
✓
Proof yeast in sugary warm water.
Tip: Starts yeast.
2
✓
Mix flour, salt, yeast water, and oil. Knead until smooth.
Tip: Salt regulates yeast.
3
✓
Proof 1 hour.
Tip: Develops texture.
4
✓
Press into oiled pan. Top with fruit, pressing deeply.
Tip: Embed to protect fruit.
5
✓
Rest 15 mins, brush with oil, bake at 400°F 20-25 mins.
Tip: Sprinkle sugar for crust.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 packet Active Dry Yeast (0.25 oz)
- 1 1/4 cups Warm Water
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Salt
- 5 oz Candied Fruit Mix (orange, lemon, cherry)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (topping)