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Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread Recipe

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This Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread combines the tangy crunch of dill pickles with a flavorful garlic sauce and melted mozzarella cheese on a soft, airy focaccia crust. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, this recipe features a homemade dough infused with Italian seasoning and a rich garlic spread, baked to golden perfection in a cast-iron skillet.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup (72 g) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 ½ cups (312.5 g) all-purpose flour

For the Garlic Sauce

  • ¾ cup (172.5 g) sour cream
  • ¼ cup (58 g) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Toppings and Garnish

  • 25–30 dill pickle slices
  • 2 cups (226 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Fresh dill, roughly chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare Oil Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and kosher salt. This mixture will flavor the dough and the skillet.
  3. Combine Oil Mixture with Yeast: Pour half of the oil mixture into the yeast mixture and stir to combine well. Reserve the remaining half for later use in the skillet coating.
  4. Make the Dough: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the yeast and oil mixture, stirring until the dough starts to come together.
  5. Let Dough Rise: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
  6. Prepare Garlic Sauce: While the dough is rising, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, whole milk, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill weed, kosher salt, and ground black pepper in a medium bowl. Stir well until thoroughly mixed.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) to get it ready for baking the focaccia.
  8. Prepare Skillet: Pour the reserved oil mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet. Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the bottom and sides of the skillet with the oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  9. Shape Dough in Skillet: Press the risen dough into the prepared skillet, spreading it to the edges. Use your fingers to create dimples across the surface, characteristic of focaccia bread.
  10. Assemble Toppings: Evenly spread the prepared garlic sauce over the dimpled dough. Arrange dill pickle slices on top of the sauce, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pickles.
  11. Bake the Focaccia: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  12. Garnish and Serve: Remove the focaccia from the oven and garnish with roughly chopped fresh dill. Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the water temperature is between 105°F and 115°F for optimal yeast activation; too hot or cold water can kill or inhibit the yeast.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for baking to achieve a crispy bottom and evenly cooked focaccia.
  • For a sharper pickle flavor, choose dill pickles that are crisp and tangy.
  • Fresh dill garnish enhances the aroma and complements the pickle topping.
  • Allow the dough to fully rise to develop a light and airy texture in the focaccia.

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