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Chocolate Focaccia Bread Recipe

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Chocolate Focaccia Bread is a unique and indulgent twist on traditional savory focaccia, combining rich cocoa flavors with a rustic, airy bread texture. This decadent bread features a soft, chocolate-infused dough studded with semi-sweet chocolate chunks, making it perfect as a dessert, snack, or special treat for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
  • Yield: 1 large 13-inch focaccia bread, serves 8

Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups (414 g) water, warmed (about 105°-110°F)
  • 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2 ½ cups (317.5 g) bread flour
  • ½ cup (59 g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder (can also use unsweetened cocoa powder or hot cocoa mix)
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Add-ins

  • 1 cup (182 g) semi-sweet chocolate chunks, divided

Instructions

  1. Bloom the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let it rest for 5 minutes until the yeast blooms and becomes frothy, which indicates it's active.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and kosher salt until well blended.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and 3 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir to form a dough. Then fold in half of the chocolate chunks. If the dough feels too dry, add an extra tablespoon of water to achieve a workable consistency.
  4. First Rise: Transfer the dough to a clean, greased bowl and cover it. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Prepare Oven and Skillet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a large 13-inch oven-safe skillet and use a pastry brush to evenly coat the bottom.
  6. Shape the Dough: Transfer the risen dough to the prepared skillet. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil on top. Stretch the dough out gently towards the edges of the skillet and use your fingers to create characteristic dimples all over the surface.
  7. Add Remaining Chocolate: Evenly sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks over the top of the dough.
  8. Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. The focaccia is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs but no wet batter.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool before slicing and serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • If the dough feels dry after mixing, add water one tablespoon at a time until sticky and workable.
  • Using Dutch-processed cocoa powder provides a richer chocolate flavor and darker color, but unsweetened cocoa powder or hot cocoa mix can be used as alternatives.
  • For best results, allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  • This focaccia is ideal served slightly warm or at room temperature and pairs wonderfully with coffee or dessert wine.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/chocolate-focaccia-bread-recipe/