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How to Make Perfect Ciabatta at Home – Soft, Fluffy & Delicious!

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Ciabatta Bread

Cultural Context

Ciabatta bread originated in Italy in the 1980s as a response to the popularity of French baguettes. Its name means 'slipper' in Italian, referring to its shape. This rustic bread is known for its crispy crust and airy, open crumb, making it perfect for sandwiches or as a side to meals. Today, ciabatta is enjoyed globally, with various adaptations appearing in bakeries around the world.

ItalianITother
180 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups semolina flour
1 tablespoon yeast
1 1/2 cups water
3 cups wheat flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon honey

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

yeast

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Sourdough starter can be a cost-effective alternative.

salt

💰Cheaper: sea salt

Sea salt is often less expensive than specialty salts.

1

Mix semolina flour and yeast in a bowl.

2

Add water and mix everything with hands to ensure yeast is evenly distributed.

3

Cover the bowl and let it ferment at a stable temperature for 16 hours.

4

Combine wheat flour and semolina flour in a bowl.

5

Add water and mix everything with hands until it comes together.

6

Knead the dough on the countertop until smooth.

7

Place the dough back in the bowl, cover it, and let it rest for 1 hour.

8

Combine the Biga with the main dough, adding salt and honey.

9

Use a mixer with a dough hook to knead the dough.

10

Gradually add more water as needed until the dough is soft, elastic, and slightly sticky.

11

Transfer the dough to the countertop and fold it several times to build strength.

12

Shape it into a ball, place it in a bowl, cover it, and let it rest for another 6 hours.

13

Preheat the oven to 415°F and place a pan of water inside to create steam.

14

Dust the countertop with semolina and place the dough on top.

15

Gently stretch the dough into a rectangle and cut even portions without deflating it.

16

Place the pieces onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and dust them with semolina flour.

17

Bake in the oven for about 45 minutes until golden and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlbaking sheetparchment paperwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Italian CiabattaCiabatta Loaf
Local Name: Ciabatta

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