Description
Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread is a delightful and unique twist on the classic Italian bread that combines the comforting essence of homemade focaccia with the zesty tang of dill pickles. This easy-to-make bread features a soft, airy texture and crispy edges, topped with gooey mozzarella and infused with a creamy sauce that perfectly balances the flavors. Ideal as an appetizer for gatherings or as a comforting main dish paired with your favorite salad, this focaccia is sure to impress. Imagine pulling a golden loaf from the oven, with bubbling cheese and the irresistible aroma of fresh herbs wafting through your kitchen—it’s not just a recipe; it’s an experience you’ll want to share!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon dill weed
- 25–30 dill pickle slices
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- Fresh dill (roughly chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Add olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and kosher salt to the yeast mixture; stir to combine.
- Gradually mix in all-purpose flour until a cohesive dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and transfer it onto an oiled baking sheet. Press and stretch into a ½-inch thick rectangle, creating dimples in the surface.
- Cover again and let rest for another 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Drizzle olive oil over the dough, spread creamy sauce made from sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, garlic, dill weed, salt, and pepper on top.
- Top with dill pickle slices and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before garnishing with fresh dill.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg