jam donut focaccia
A delicious fusion of classic jam-filled donuts and airy Italian focaccia, baked to golden perfection and perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (strawberry or raspberry)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Vegetable oil (for greasing and brushing)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangular shape about 1/2 inch thick.
- Spread small spoonfuls of jam evenly spaced over the dough, then fold the dough over to cover the jam pockets, sealing the dough gently around them.
- Transfer the folded dough to a greased baking sheet and gently press down to flatten slightly.
- Let it rise for another 30 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top lightly with vegetable oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Serve warm for the best experience, optionally with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of melted chocolate for extra indulgence.