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Chocolate Focaccia Bread

A delightful twist on traditional focaccia, this chocolate version combines the airy texture of bread with the rich flavor of chocolate. Perfect as a unique dessert or a decadent treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1.75 cup water warmed (about 105°-110°F)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2.5 cup bread flour
  • 0.5 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder can also use unsweetened cocoa powder or hot cocoa mix
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 7 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks divided

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine the water and yeast. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes, or until the yeast begins to bloom.
  2. In a separate large bowl whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and 3 tablespoons of olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir to combine. Fold in ½ of the chocolate chunks. (If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of water.)
  4. Transfer the dough to a clean, greased bowl and cover. Let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  6. Pour 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a large 13-inch oven-safe skillet. Use a pastry brush to coat the bottom of the dish.
  7. Transfer the risen dough to the prepared skillet and top with the remaining tablespoon of oil. Work the dough to the edges and use your fingers to create dimples in the dough.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks evenly over the top of the dough.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out with a few crumbs, but no wet batter. Let the bread cool before cutting and serving.

Notes

This chocolate focaccia is best enjoyed warm. You can serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra indulgent treat.