✨ Introduction
These ciabatta rolls 🥖 are crusty on the outside and airy on the inside, making them perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or enjoying with soups and salads. 😋
🧂 Ingredients
- 🥔 4 ½ cups bread flour
- 💧 1 ½ cups warm water
- 🧂 2 tsp salt
- 🍞 1 tsp sugar
- 🌾 2 tsp olive oil
- 🥄 2 tsp active dry yeast
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🥣 In a bowl, combine water, yeast, and sugar. Rest for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- 🍞 Stir in flour, salt, and olive oil until dough forms.
- 🌿 Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
- 🟤 Shape the dough into a log, then cut into 8 pieces. Form into rolls and place on a baking sheet.
- 🔥 Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Let rolls rise for 20–30 minutes.
- 🟠 Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Cool before serving.
🔄 Methods
- Add herbs like rosemary or thyme for rustic flavor 🌿.
- Use whole wheat flour for a heartier version 🍞.
- Replace olive oil with melted butter for richer bread 🧈.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds before baking.
📚 History
Originating from Italy 🇮🇹 in the 1980s, ciabatta means “slipper” in Italian, named for its flat, elongated shape. Loved for its versatility and crispy texture worldwide.
💪 Benefits
- 🥔 Chewy bread texture
- 🌾 Whole grains for fiber (if using whole wheat)
- 🧂 Simple ingredients, big flavor
- 💧 Satisfying crust and airy interior
🎨 Formation
Serve warm with butter 🧈, olive oil 🌿, or as a side with soup 🥣, salad 🥗, or pasta 🍝.
✅ Conclusion
Crispy Ciabatta Rolls are a bakery favorite, combining chewiness and crunch into a delightful experience perfect for any meal. 🍽️
❤️ Lovers
- 🍞 Bread lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🥖 Sandwich enthusiasts
- 🧑🍳 Home bakers
- 🥗 Soup and salad fans