Description
This sweet spin on classic focaccia features a soft, fluffy base topped with buttery cinnamon sugar and optional glaze—perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
For the dough:
2¼ tsp active dry yeast
1½ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
1 Tbsp granulated sugar
3¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
⅓ cup olive oil (plus more for greasing)
For the cinnamon topping:
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1 Tbsp milk
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Stir in flour, salt, and olive oil until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place in greased bowl, cover, and rise 1 hour until doubled in size.
Punch down and stretch into greased 9×13 pan. Dimple the surface and let rise 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter.
Spread cinnamon mixture over dough, pressing into dimples.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
(Optional) Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over slightly cooled focaccia.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Add chopped pecans, walnuts, or raisins before baking for texture.
Orange zest in the glaze adds a citrusy twist.
Can be frozen in slices and reheated as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Dessert, Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
