Introduction
This is one of the best recipes in Dessert Person. It is absolutely delicious, easy to improvise with, and looks fantastic. The recipe is a bit difficult, so perhaps not a great first time recipe. But given a bit of baking experience, it shouldn’t be too difficult to get through. The recipe only has a few ingredients though, so make sure you buy quality ones.
Recipe Outline
| Recipe: Soft and Crispy Focaccia | Special Equipment: Stand Mixer, 18×13-inch pan |
| Source: Dessert Person | Time: 5 hours |
| Author: Claire Saffitz | Difficulty: 3/5 |
| Type: Dessert (Baking) | Score: ★★★★★ |
Making The Dough
Tip 1: The second mixing may take 20 minutes or slightly more. Go by the indicators.
Tip 2: Near the end of the second mixing the dough should be slapping heavily against the sides of the bowl and look as if one was throwing dough on a peel.
Tip 3: You will know the dough is done (or close to done) when the mixer literally starts moving itself about.
Proofing The Dough 1/2
Tip: The last two pictures show the size difference after the first rise.
Proofing The Dough 2/2
Tip: The last two pictures show the size difference after the second rise.
Making The Toppings
Dimpling And Topping
Baking The Focaccia
Final Product
Key Takeaways
- Use quality ingredients – especially the flour, olive oil, and toppings.
- Make sure to go by the indicators for each step. The times can vary significantly due to environmental factors (temperature, humidity, etc) for this recipe in particular.
- Final Score: 5/5 – One of the best recipes in Dessert Person – beautiful and delicious.
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