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How to make Foolproof Ciabatta Bread

How to Make Foolproof Ciabatta Bread at Home Effortlessly

Discover how to make Foolproof Ciabatta Bread effortlessly with just five ingredients and a no-knead technique.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cold Proofing Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups Bread Flour Provides structure and chewiness; can be substituted with all-purpose flour.
  • 1.75 cups Water Use lukewarm water to activate yeast if not using instant yeast.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Leavens the bread; active dry yeast can be used.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt Enhances flavor; adjust based on taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds flavor and moisture; can substitute with melted butter.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon
  • Baking stone or inverted baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of bread flour, 1¾ cups of lukewarm water, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, and 1½ teaspoons of salt. Stir until incorporated.
  2. Autolyse: Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Stretch and Fold: Every 30 minutes for 2 hours, wet your hands, stretch the dough up, and fold it over itself four times.
  4. Cold Proof: Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) before baking.
  6. Shape Dough: Lightly flour a surface, turn out the dough, divide it, and shape into loaves or rolls.
  7. Let Dough Rise: Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to rise for about 1 hour.
  8. Bake: Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
  9. Cool: Transfer to a wire rack to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure ample flour on work surfaces to prevent sticking. Watch for over-proofing and allow bread to cool properly for best texture.

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