Cinnamon Focaccia: A Sweet Twist on a Classic

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Cinnamon Focaccia: A Sweet Twist on a Classic


If you love the rich, warm, and comforting flavours of cinnamon rolls, but you're looking for a simpler (yet equally indulgent) treat, then cinnamon focaccia is the answer. This sweet, fluffy bread with hints of cinnamon sugar is a perfect way to start your day or to treat yourself during an afternoon break.

Focaccia is traditionally savoury, but adding cinnamon makes for an irresistible dessert bread. This easy-to-follow recipe combines the classic focaccia texture with a sweet twist you won’t be able to resist.

For this recipe, we will be using my original Focaccia dough recipe and will be adding in different mix-ins. S,o please refer to the original recipe on my page for how to make the dough, and then come back to this recipe when you are at the letter-fold stage of your focaccia dough. 



Ingredients:

For the Dough:

  • 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp sugar or honey

  • 2 tsp salt

  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast

  • 400ml (about 1.5-2 cups) warm water

  • 3 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for greasing)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Filling:

  • 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup (115g) melted butter 

  • 1.5 tbsp ground cinnamon

  • Coarse sugar (optional, for added sparkle)

For the Drizzle:

  • 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp (30ml) of milk


Instructions:

  1. Refer to the original focaccia recipe on my page on how to make the dough. 

  2. Cinnamon sugar filling starts by melting the butter in a pan or microwave. PRO TIP: I make browned butter for an extra complex nutty flavour. To make brown butter, simply cook the butter until you start seeing brown bits to help achieve the nutty flavour. Now, mix in the brown sugar and cinnamon. 

  3. When the dough has finished proofing and you have transferred it to the baking sheet, before doing the letter fold, we will spread half of the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the dough. Now, go ahead and do the letter fold so that you no longer see the cinnamon sugar. Gently flip the dough and let it rise at room temperature for 1-1.5 hours. 

  4. Now that the dough is nearly ready for the oven, warm up the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture and spread it on top of the dough and dimple as you normally would. You can sprinkle coarse sugar on top as well for an extra touch if you would like. 

  5. Preheat your oven to 220°C or 430°F. Bake the focaccia for about 20-25 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and crisp around the edges. The cinnamon sugar will form a beautiful caramelized topping, and the smell will be absolutely irresistible.

  6. While your focaccia is baking, make the easy drizzle by combining the powdered sugar and milk and whisking them together. Set aside. 

  7. Once baked, remove the focaccia from the oven and now drizzle your icing over the top of the focaccia. Let it cool for a few minutes. You can cut it into squares or slices, and enjoy it warm for the best experience. 



Cinnamon focaccia is the best of both worlds: you get the delicious, airy texture of traditional focaccia with the sweet and comforting flavours of cinnamon and brown sugar. It’s a little bit like a cinnamon roll, but with less fuss and more of that perfect bread-like chew. Whether you’re treating yourself or entertaining guests, this focaccia will be an instant favourite.


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