Ciabatta Bread Recipe

Discover the perfect ciabatta bread recipe that combines a crispy crust with a soft, airy interior. Ideal for sandwiches or as a side, this homemade bread is a delightful addition to any meal.

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Course: Bread

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: ciabatta, bread, homemade, baking

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings: loaves

Calories: 130kcal

Ingredients

500 g all-purpose flour
400 ml lukewarm water
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp active dry yeast
Olive oil for greasing

Instructions

In a bowl, mix the flour and yeast.
Add salt to the dry ingredients.
Gradually pour in the lukewarm water while stirring.
Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
Dust your workspace with flour.
Turn the dough onto the floured surface and divide it in half.
Shape each half gently into a rectangle.
Transfer to a floured baking sheet and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F) and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g