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Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread

Explore Irresistibly Tangy Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread

Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread is a unique culinary adventure combining classic focaccia with the tangy zest of dill pickles.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water between 105°F to 115°F
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh cloves are best
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with bread flour
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can substitute
  • ¼ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Whole Milk
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Weed fresh dill can be used
  • Kosher Salt to taste
  • Ground Black Pepper to taste
For the Topping
  • Dill Pickle Slices choose your favorite brand
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese mix in some Parmesan for extra flavor
  • Fresh Dill optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cast-Iron Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Allow to rest for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and kosher salt. Combine this with the yeast mixture, then add all-purpose flour gradually while stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough into a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, whole milk, lemon juice, dill weed, and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  6. In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil mixture, coating the bottom and sides.
  7. Once risen, gently punch down the dough and transfer it to the skillet. Press evenly into the bottom, creating dimples across the surface.
  8. Spread the sauce over the shaped dough, arrange dill pickle slices, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling. Watch to avoid over-browning.
  10. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh dill, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients and watching the baking time are essential for the best results. Allowing the focaccia to cool briefly before slicing helps maintain its texture.

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