Ciabatta an Italian Bread
Experience the rustic charm of Italy with this homemade ciabatta bread recipe! Known for its signature airy texture and crisp golden crust, ciabatta is a versatile Italian bread that's perfect for sandwiches or as an accompaniment to soups and salads. This recipe relies on simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and instant yeast, coming together to create a dough that's soft and elastic with minimal effort. With a dual-rise process and the use of steam in the oven, you'll achieve that classic open crumb and bakery-quality crust right at home. Whether you're dipping it in olive oil and balsamic vinegar or building the ultimate panini, this ciabatta recipe is a must-try for lovers of artisanal breads.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 370 ml Water
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 10 grams Salt
- 20 ml Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
Step 2
Add the water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until a sticky dough forms.
Step 3
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook.
Step 4
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm, draft-free area for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 5
Once risen, gently turn the dough onto a floured surface. Be careful to maintain the air bubbles in the dough to preserve its light texture.
Step 6
Divide the dough into two equal pieces. Shape each piece into an elongated, oval loaf, ensuring you handle the dough gently without deflating it too much.
Step 7
Place the loaves onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving ample space between them.
Step 8
Dust the tops of the loaves with flour and cover lightly with a clean kitchen towel. Let them rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour for a second rise.
Step 9
During the final rise, preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F). Place a shallow baking dish with water on the bottom rack to create steam, which helps develop the crust.
Step 10
Bake the ciabatta loaves in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
Step 11
Remove the loaves from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Step 12
Serve the ciabatta as sandwich bread, with soups, or alongside olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (911.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2011.4 |
| Total Fat 24.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3955.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 384.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 54.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 93.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 615.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories