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Fluffy Homemade Ciabatta Rolls

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These fluffy homemade ciabatta rolls feature a soft crumb and crisp golden crust, perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they offer a light, airy texture with classic Italian chewiness.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420g) bread flour
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons (7g) instant yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons (9g) salt
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) warm water (around 105°F / 40°C)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • Optional: semolina flour or cornmeal for dusting

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dough (10 minutes): In a large bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly. Add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a wet, sticky dough forms.
  2. First Rise (1 to 1 ½ hours): Cover the bowl with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rest at room temperature until it doubles in size and is bubbly on the surface.
  3. Gentle Folding (5 minutes): Lightly flour your work surface. Turn the dough out and fold it over itself 3-4 times to build structure. Shape into a rough rectangle. Cover and rest for 20 minutes.
  4. Divide and Shape (10 minutes): Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (about 100g/3.5 oz each). Shape each piece into an oval ciabatta roll by folding edges underneath. Place on a baking sheet dusted with semolina or parchment paper.
  5. Final Proof (45 minutes): Cover the rolls loosely and let them rise until puffy but not doubled.
  6. Preheat Oven and Bake (20-25 minutes): Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a baking stone or sheet inside. Place a shallow pan of hot water on the oven floor to create steam. Bake rolls until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Transfer rolls to a wire rack and let cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Do not rush the rising times to develop flavor and texture. Handle dough gently to preserve air pockets. Use oiled hands instead of flour to handle sticky dough. Steam in the oven helps create a crisp crust. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

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