Description
This golden, pillowy Chicken Fat Focaccia is deeply savory, fluffy inside, and crisp outside thanks to rich schmaltz. Perfect for sandwiches, sides, or snacking.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 ½ cups Warm Water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons Instant Yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- ½ cup Chicken Fat (Schmaltz), melted
- Sea Salt Flakes, for sprinkling
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary (optional), chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in flour and salt, then add half the melted chicken fat. Mix into a sticky dough.
- Coat a 9×13 baking pan with chicken fat. Transfer dough to pan and spread gently.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour in a warm spot.
- Dimple the risen dough with fingertips. Pour remaining fat on top, sprinkle with sea salt and rosemary.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Substitute olive oil or duck fat if schmaltz is unavailable.
- Add garlic or cheese for extra flavor twists.
- Great as sandwich bread or dipped in soups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: focaccia, chicken fat, schmaltz bread, homemade focaccia, savory bread