Ingredients for Cranberry Focaccia
- 1 cup (240ml) warm water (105-115°F)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Quick Rising Yeast
- Carnation Evaporated Milk
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vanilla Extract
- Cinnamon
- White Flour
- Dried Cranberries
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar
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How to Make Cranberry Focaccia
- **Activate Yeast:** In a large bowl, combine 1 cup (240ml) warm water (105-115°F) and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast over the mixture. Let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes.
- **Combine Wet Ingredients:** Stir in ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon orange zest.
- **Add Dry Ingredients:** Gradually add 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour, stirring until combined.
- **Knead the Dough:** Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook on low speed for 5 minutes.
- **First Rise:** Place the dough in a lightly oiled large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- **Add Cranberries:** Gently punch down the dough and knead in 1 cup (150g) fresh or dried cranberries.
- **Shape the Focaccia:** Shape the dough into a flat round (approximately 8-inches in diameter) on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- **Second Rise:** Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise again until almost doubled, about 45 minutes.
- **Preheat & Prepare Topping:** Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Gently brush the focaccia with 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons coarse sugar.
- **Bake:** Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
- **Cool & Serve:** Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving. For best results, serve warm.
- **Freezing Instructions:** Wrap cooled focaccia tightly in foil and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight at room temperature and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until warm.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
15 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
18g
Carbs
10g
