Christmas Focaccia: How to Make a Fluffy and Beautiful Focaccia Bread

Ingredients:

1. 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1 1/2 cups warm water
3. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
4. 2 tablespoons olive oil
5. 1 teaspoon sugar
6. 1 teaspoon salt
7. Cherry tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, olives (for decoration)
8. Fresh rosemary and thyme
9. Salt flakes for sprinkling
10. Olive oil for drizzling

Steps:

Step 1: Activate Yeast

• In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2: Mix Dough

• In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead into a soft dough.

Step 3: Rise

• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

Step 4: Shape and Decorate

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the dough into a rectangle and transfer it to a baking sheet.
• Press cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, and herbs onto the dough to create festive decorations.

Step 5: Final Rise

• Allow the decorated dough to rise for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Step 6: Bake

• Drizzle olive oil over the focaccia, sprinkle salt flakes, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy!

• Christmas Focaccia is ready to be served. Slice and savor the festive flavors of this decorative and delicious holiday bread. Perfect for sharing and spreading joy at the table.