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Pizza Sourdough Focaccia

Pizza Sourdough Focaccia is a delicious fusion of airy, chewy focaccia and classic pizza flavors. Made with a naturally fermented sourdough base, this bread boasts a crisp crust, light texture, and deep flavor. Topped with tomato sauce, gooey cheese, and your favorite toppings, it’s perfect as a meal, snack, or party appetizer. Whether you're a sourdough enthusiast or just love homemade pizza, this easy recipe brings the best of both worlds to your table!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Bulk Fermentation 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings 12 slices

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 9x13 inch baking pan.

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 1 ½ cups (375g) warm water.
  • ½ cup (100g) active sourdough starter.
  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour or all-purpose flour.
  • 2 tsp (10g) salt.
  • 2 tbsp honey.
  • 2 tbsp (25g) olive oil.

For the Toppings

  • ½ cup pizza sauce.
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • ½ cup of any and each toppings you want.

Instructions
 

For the Dough

  • Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the water, sourdough starter, flour, salt, honey, and olive oil. Mix until the dough forms a shaggy consistency. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
  • Stretch and Fold: Perform 3-4 sets of stretch and folds, resting for 30 minutes between each set. This helps build gluten, making the dough light and airy.
  • Bulk Fermentation: Cover the dough and let it ferment at room temperature for 8-12 hours (overnight for best flavor). The dough should double in size.
  • Shape the Dough: Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with olive oil. Gently transfer the dough to the pan, stretching it to fit the edges. Let it rest for another 1-2 hours to rise further.
  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Add Toppings: Once the dough has risen, dimple the top with your fingers. Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the dough, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella, and add your favorite toppings (like pepperoni or fresh herbs).
  • Bake the Pizza Focaccia: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and melted.
  • Cool and Serve: Let the focaccia cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve with extra dipping sauce if desired.
  • Enjoy this delicious, crispy, and airy pizza sourdough focaccia as a meal, snack, or party dish!