Ciabatta Bread

Ciabatta is a rustic Italian bread with a crispy crust and airy, chewy interior. Perfect for sandwiches or dipping in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Ciabatta Bread

Ciabatta is a rustic Italian bread known for its crispy crust and airy, chewy interior. It's perfect for sandwiches or dipping in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Servings 10

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

• 2 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 3 1/4 cups bread flour
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
• Add the flour and salt, then mix until a sticky dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 2 hours.
• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Shape the dough into two oval loaves and place on a floured baking sheet.
• Let the loaves rise for another 30 minutes.
• Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and crusty.
• Let cool before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some chopped rosemary or thyme to the dough.
This bread is great for panini sandwiches.

Calories: 199kcal

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Bakery

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