Ciabatta Rolls with Green Olives and Chillies

Elevate your bread-making game with these irresistible Ciabatta Rolls with Green Olives and Chillies. Featuring a light, airy texture and a perfectly crisp crust, these rolls are enriched with the briny tang of chopped green olives and the subtle heat of finely chopped red chillies, making them a flavor-packed twist on the classic Italian bread. This recipe is ideal for bakers looking to master artisanal bread techniques, from achieving the signature open crumb to using steam for crispier exteriors. Perfect for serving alongside soups, salads, or as a sandwich base, these savory rolls are a crowd-pleasing choice for any meal. With a prep time of three hours and a short bake, you’ll be rewarded with warm, freshly baked bread that’s bursting with gourmet flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 g Bread flour
• 7 g Instant yeast
• 10 g Salt
• 350 ml Warm water
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 100 g Green olives (pitted and chopped)
• 2 units Red chillies (finely chopped)
• 50 g Semolina flour or additional bread flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Stir to mix evenly.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms; you can use a wooden spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead on medium speed for about 6 minutes.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped green olives and red chillies gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5

Lightly oil a clean bowl and place the dough inside. Cover with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise for about 90 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a well-floured surface. Dust the top with flour or semolina and gently shape the dough into a rectangle, about 2 cm thick.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife or a bench scraper, divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Handle the dough gently to preserve the air bubbles that give ciabatta its signature texture.

Step 8

Place the rolls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between them for expansion. Cover loosely with a damp cloth and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and place a shallow pan of water on the lower rack to create steam, which helps achieve a crisp crust.

Step 10

Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the rolls sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Transfer the rolls to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. Enjoy them fresh, or store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(954.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2275.4

Total Fat 36.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3946.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 419.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.0g
Protein 69.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87.6mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 700.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.3%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 73.5%