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Easy Ciabatta Bread

Easy Ciabatta Bread

Discover the magic of Easy Ciabatta Bread with this simple recipe that yields perfectly airy and delicious loaves at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 loaves
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Warm water
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cornmeal
Optional Ingredients
  • Herbs (like rosemary) for flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Floured Surface
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine warm water and yeast in a bowl and let it activate for a few minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Shape the dough into loaves and place on a baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal.
  8. Let the shaped dough rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

Nutrition

Serving: 1loafCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 2g

Notes

Optional: Customize the recipe by adding herbs or seeds for additional flavor and texture.

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