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Caprese Focaccia

Caprese Focaccia: Spectacular 5-Step Dinner Joy


  • Author: New York Recipe
  • Total Time: ~ 37 hrs 48 mins (includes fermentation).
  • Yield: ~ 8 servings.
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and healthy savory dinner featuring a high-hydration sourdough focaccia topped with cherry tomatoes onion rings fresh rosemary and a center ball of creamy oozing burrata cheese pesto and balsamic glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 350 g bread flour.

  • 260 g cold water.

  • 70 g active levain.

  • 10 cherry tomatoes.

  • 1 yellow onion.

  • 1 ball burrata cheese.

  • 1 tbsp basil pesto.

  • 12 g olive oil.


Instructions

  • Build the active levain 8 hours ahead using sourdough starter bread flour and water until doubled in size.

  • Combine levain cold water and bread flour in a large bowl then rest for 30 minutes to complete the autolyse.

  • Knead in the salt and olive oil then perform structural stretch and folds every hour for 3 hours before refrigerating overnight.

  • Transfer the cold dough into a greased baking pan then cover and let proof for 5 hours until bubbly to ensure an artisanal finish.

  • Dimple the surface using oiled fingertips then scatter halved cherry tomatoes onion rings and fresh rosemary over the dough for your Caprese Focaccia.

  • Bake at 460F (237C) for 23 minutes until golden brown top with grated cheese a torn whole burrata ball pesto and balsamic glaze before serving.

Notes

  • Allowing the dough to proof for a full 5 hours in the pan is the secret to a professional-grade bubbly structure for this Caprese Focaccia.

  • Protein-rich bread flour provides a sophisticated and high-hydration foundation while adhering to dietary rules.

  • This dish is naturally pork-free and perfect for holiday social gatherings.

  • Prep Time: ~ 25 mins.
  • Cook Time: ~ 23 mins.
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Folding/Baking.
  • Cuisine: Italian Artisan Bakery.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ~ 1 square slab piece.
  • Calories: ~ 285 kcal.
  • Sugar: ~ 3 g.
  • Sodium: ~ 340 mg.
  • Fat: ~ 12 g.
  • Saturated Fat: ~ 4 g.
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~ 8 g.
  • Trans Fat: ~ 0 g.
  • Carbohydrates: ~ 36 g.
  • Fiber: ~ 2 g.
  • Protein: ~ 9 g.
  • Cholesterol: ~ 15 mg.

Keywords: Caprese Focaccia, Sourdough Breads, Healthy Dinner Ideas, Baked Burrata Platters, Olive Oil Flatbreads, New York Recipe.