Description
This small batch ciabatta roll recipe is simple yet rewarding. With just 10 minutes of hands-on preparation and no kneading required, these rolls come out light, fluffy, and perfect for any meal. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe will have you enjoying homemade bread in no time.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon instant yeast
240 grams water, at room temperature (approximately 1 cup)
300 grams all-purpose flour (approximately 2.5 cups)
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small cup, dissolve the instant yeast in lukewarm water and stir. Let it sit for 2 minutes until it starts to bubble and develop a yeasty aroma. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and whisk until fully combined. The mixture should be sticky and wet. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Wet your hands to make handling the dough easier. Gently stretch and fold the dough by pulling one edge toward the center, then repeat with the other three edges. Cover the bowl again and let it rest for 30 minutes. Repeat this stretching and folding process two more times with 30-minute resting periods in between.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Gently shape it into a rectangle, being careful not to deflate the air bubbles. Roll the dough into a log and press the edges to seal. Cut the log into 4–5 equal pieces and place them on a well-floured surface, leaving at least two inches between each piece. Let them rest for 40 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 420°F (215°C). Place a baking pan with water at the bottom of the oven to create steam. This helps achieve a crispy crust. Transfer each roll onto a parchment-lined baking tray, dust with flour, and place it in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom. Allow the rolls to cool for 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For herb-infused ciabatta, add fresh or dried herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough.
- For a cheesy twist, mix in some shredded cheese or grated Parmesan.
- For a Mediterranean flavor, try adding chopped olives to the dough.
- Store leftover ciabatta rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven to restore the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
