Spinach and Feta Stuffed Focaccia
Indulge in the warm, savory perfection of Spinach and Feta Stuffed Focaccia, a homemade bread recipe that brings together soft, airy dough and a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired filling. This recipe combines freshly sautéed spinach, creamy feta cheese, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for just the right amount of zest, all encased in golden, dimpled focaccia topped with an optional sprinkle of sesame seeds. Perfect for sharing, this stuffed focaccia is ideal as an appetizer, a brunch centerpiece, or a hearty snack. With a beautifully crisp crust and a cheesy, herbaceous filling, it’s a delicious way to elevate your bread-baking game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1.75 cups Warm water
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups Feta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the filling. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Then add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, crumbled feta cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, and dried oregano. Mix well and set aside.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions.
Roll out one portion of the dough into a large rectangle (roughly 9x13 inches) and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Spread the spinach and feta filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Roll out the second portion of dough to the same size and place it on top of the filling. Pinch the edges to seal the focaccia.
Whisk the egg and brush it generously over the top of the dough. If desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Using your fingers, gently create dimples across the surface of the focaccia for that classic look.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow the assembled focaccia to rest for 15 minutes while the oven heats up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and cooked through.
Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy the warm, cheesy goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.6 g | 213% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 7547 mg | 328% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 395.8 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 98.8 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1569 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 34.1 mg | 189% | |
| Potassium | 990 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
