Description
Discover the joy of baking with our Sourdough Discard Focaccia Recipe, a delightful and versatile bread that transforms leftover sourdough starter into a tender, flavorful treat. This focaccia is perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. Its soft texture and customizable toppings allow you to get creative in the kitchen, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced bakers. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy warm, homemade focaccia that impresses every time. Pair it with dips or use it as a sandwich base for endless possibilities. Give this recipe a try today and elevate your bread-baking game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 452 grams water
- 7 grams instant yeast
- 42 grams honey (or cane sugar)
- 170 grams sourdough discard
- 540 grams bread flour
- 90 grams whole wheat flour
- 12 grams salt
- 56 grams olive oil (for dough and topping)
- Sliced tomatoes
- Fresh rosemary
- Sliced onions
- Ground pistachios
- Sliced lemons
- Olives
- Ground pepper
- Garlic
- Grapes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix water, instant yeast, honey, and sourdough discard until smooth.
- Fold in the bread flour, whole wheat flour, and salt until fully combined.
- Knead in olive oil gradually until absorbed.
- Allow the dough to rest covered for 15 minutes.
- Perform one set of stretch and folds; let rest again for another 15 minutes.
- Allow the dough to rise at room temperature until doubled (30-45 minutes).
- Prepare baking sheets by lining with parchment paper and coating with olive oil.
- Divide dough into two portions; place on prepared pans.
- Stretch each portion to fit the pan; cover and let rise for an additional 20 minutes.
- Dimble the dough using fingertips; drizzle olive oil and add toppings.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg