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Cinnamon Roll Focaccia: Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Baked

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Prep Time 29 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups bread flour – Provides structure and a chewy texture for the dough
  • 1 packet dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons) – Helps the dough rise for a fluffy consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon salt – Balances the sweetness of the filling and enhances the dough's flavor.
  • 1 cup warm water – Hydrates the flour to create the dough.
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter – Adds richness and prevents sticking.
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar – Sweetens the cinnamon filling with a caramel-like flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon – Gives the focaccia its signature spiced flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for glaze) – Adds a silky finish to the baked focaccia.

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the dough:
    In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, dry yeast, and salt. Mix them together to evenly distribute the ingredients. Gradually add warm water and stir until a dough begins to form. Once combined, add unsalted butter and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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  • Prepare the cinnamon filling:
    In a small bowl, combine dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Stir until well-mixed. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  • Shape the dough:
    Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Transfer it to a floured surface and roll it out into a rectangle (approximately 12x8 inches). Spread unsalted butter (softened) evenlyacross the surface of the dough. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the butter.
  • Roll and slice:
    Carefully roll the dough up, starting from one of the longer sides, creating a tight log. Once rolled, slice the dough into 8-10 pieces, depending on your preferred portion size.
  • Prepare the focaccia pan:
    Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Arrange the cinnamon roll slices in the dish, placing them side by side with a little space between each piece. The slices should touch each other slightly, as they will rise and expand while baking.
  • Second rise:
    Cover the pan with a cloth and allow the dough torise for another 30 minutes, or until the rolls have puffed up and connected.
  • Bake:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cinnamonroll focaccia for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cookedthrough
  • Glaze and serve:
    While the focaccia bakes, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the focaccia is out of the oven, brush the warm focaccia with the melted butter for a shiny finish. Serve warm, and enjoy the delightful combination of soft, cinnamon-swirled bread with a rich, buttery glaze.
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