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Sourdough Apple Fritter Focaccia

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A sweet and tangy focaccia featuring caramelized apples and a cinnamon-sugar glaze, perfect for using sourdough discard.

Ingredients

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  • 150g active sourdough starter
  • 300g bread flour
  • 100g warm water
  • 50g granulated sugar
  • 50g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 50g brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the active sourdough starter, warm water, and bread flour. Mix until just combined, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Add the granulated sugar, melted butter, and salt to the dough. Knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 4-6 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. While the dough rises, prepare the apple filling. In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Gently press the risen dough into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
  7. Dot the surface of the dough with the prepared apple mixture, pressing the apples slightly into the dough.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and cooked through.
  9. While the focaccia bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  10. Once the focaccia is out of the oven, let it cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of vanilla extract to the apple filling.
  • If your sourdough starter is very active, you may need to adjust the rise time.
  • Ensure your apples are not overly ripe, as they can become mushy when baked.
  • This focaccia is best enjoyed warm.

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