Description

This Dill Pickle Focaccia Bread is soft, cheesy, and packed with tangy dill pickle flavor. A fluffy focaccia base is topped with creamy garlic dill sauce, melted mozzarella, and crisp pickle slices for a bold and comforting savory bake.

Ingredients

1 cup warm water

1 teaspoon active dry yeast

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

2 teaspoons minced garlic

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup sour cream

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons whole milk

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon dried dill

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

25 to 30 dill pickle slices

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh dill, chopped

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Instructions

Combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and kosher salt.
Stir half of the oil mixture into the yeast mixture. Add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the garlic dill sauce by mixing the sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, lemon juice, garlic, dried dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Spread the remaining oil mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet.
Press the dough evenly into the skillet and create dimples across the surface using your fingers.
Spread the garlic dill sauce over the dough. Arrange the dill pickle slices on top and sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the focaccia is golden brown.
Top with fresh chopped dill and serve warm.

Notes

Pat pickle slices dry before adding them to prevent excess moisture.

Swap mozzarella with Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese for a sharper flavor.

Add sliced red onions or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes to maintain a crisp crust.

Prepared pizza dough can be used for a quicker version.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 411 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 890 mg
Fat: 23 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 13 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg