Lemon Blueberry Focaccia Recipe
This Lemon Blueberry Focaccia is soft, fluffy, and lightly sweetened with bursts of juicy blueberries and a hint of lemon zest. Perfect as a breakfast treat, snack, or even dessert. A fun twist on traditional focaccia with a fruity, zesty flair!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 3 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp honey for drizzling
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add warm water, 2 tbsp olive oil, and lemon zest; stir to form dough.
- Knead dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and press into a greased baking pan.
- Dimple the dough with fingers, drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Scatter blueberries evenly over the dough, pressing them in slightly.
- Let dough rest for 20 minutes, then bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Drizzle with honey, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries (don’t thaw if frozen).
- Add extra zest or a squeeze of lemon juice for more citrus flavor.
- Great served with whipped cream, yogurt, or just as is!