Description
At its heart, this recipe is a clever reimagining of two very distinct baking traditions. Traditional focaccia is known for its high hydration, olive oil-rich crumb, and those iconic finger-pressed dimples that hold pools of savory toppings. By swapping out the rosemary and sea salt for buttery cinnamon sugar, we transform the loaf into a dessert or brunch centerpiece. The Cinnamon Roll Focaccia Bread uses a enriched yeast dough, meaning it contains milk, butter, and eggs. This results in a crumb that is significantly softer and more brioche-like than a standard savory loaf.
Ingredients
For the dough
3½ cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 cup warm milk
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
For the cinnamon topping
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Activate the yeast
In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.Make the dough
Add melted butter, egg, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth.First rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.Prepare the pan
Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Transfer the dough and gently spread it to fill the pan.Add cinnamon topping
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle melted butter over the dough and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly.Dimple the dough
Use your fingers to press dimples across the surface, like traditional focaccia.Second rise
Cover and let the dough rise again for 20–30 minutes.Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.Add glaze
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm bread before serving.
Notes
This Cinnamon Roll Focaccia Bread is soft, fluffy, and filled with warm cinnamon sweetness. It’s a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert with a cup of coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
Keywords: Sweet Focaccia with Cinnamon Sugar, Dessert Focaccia Recipe, Pull Apart Cinnamon Bread, Fluffy Sweet Breakfast Focaccia