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Homemade Raspberry Jam Donut Focaccia Recipe

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This Homemade Jam Donut Focaccia is a delightful twist on classic Italian focaccia, infused with sweet raspberry preserves and topped with a rich confectioners’ sugar glaze. Featuring a light and airy bread base enriched with olive oil and generously filled with jam, it mimics the flavors and indulgent texture of a jam donut in a unique, shareable focaccia form. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, this recipe combines the best of baked dough and sweet filling with a beautiful presentation.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 1/4 tsp)
  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp olive oil, divided

Filling and Topping

  • 1 jar raspberry preserves (Bonne Maman or similar, about 10–12 oz)
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 2–4 tbsp whole milk (adjust as needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water (105-115°F) and sugar. Whisk by hand until the sugar dissolves. Add the active dry yeast and whisk again. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until it bubbles, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix the Dough: Attach the dough hook to the mixer. Add bread flour, all-purpose flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on medium speed until a sticky dough forms and ingredients are combined, avoiding over-mixing.
  3. First Rise: Coat a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Transfer the dough into it and lightly oil the dough surface. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the Pan and Second Rise: Grease a 9×13-inch metal baking pan with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place the risen dough into the pan. Fold it in thirds a couple of times, flipping as needed to coat evenly with oil and slightly knead. Cover the pan and let the dough rise in a warm spot for another hour until doubled and spread to the pan edges.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dough Surface: Preheat oven to 425°F. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over the dough. Use fingers to poke deep holes all over the dough surface, creating pockets for the jam.
  6. Initial Jam Application: Spoon about 1/4 cup of raspberry preserves over the surface, spreading gently, allowing jam to settle into the grooves created by the holes.
  7. Bake: Bake focaccia for 18-22 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Poke Holes for Filling: Immediately after baking, use a large straw to poke approximately 35 deep holes throughout the warm bread to hold additional jam.
  9. Fill Holes with Jam: While still warm, use a small spoon to fill each hole generously with more raspberry preserves, letting the heat melt the jam into the soft bread.
  10. Prepare the Icing: In a bowl, use an electric hand mixer to combine confectioners’ sugar and whole milk, adding milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the icing is pourable but will harden once set.
  11. Glaze the Focaccia: Once slightly cooled, spread the icing evenly over the top of the focaccia. For extra indulgence, after the top icing sets, carefully flip the focaccia onto a wire rack and glaze the bottom as well.
  12. Serve: Cut the jam donut focaccia into squares and serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.

Notes

  • Make sure the water temperature is between 105-115°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • If the yeast does not bubble during activation, use fresh yeast for best results.
  • Poking holes after baking with a large straw helps create space for jam without tearing the bread.
  • The glaze consistency is important: it should be thin enough to spread but thick enough to harden when set.
  • This focaccia is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Keywords: focaccia, jam donut focaccia, raspberry jam bread, sweet focaccia, homemade jam donut, baked donut bread, raspberry preserves, confectioners sugar glaze

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